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Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delectable and easy to make fall treat! Use up the cans of pumpkin purée in your pantry and make these with the whole family!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 280 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Muffins:
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup confectioner's sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Muffins:
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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place the first 5 ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl whisk the remaining ingredients.
  4. Add the dry ingredients into the wet and whisk until just combined.
  5. Pour into greased muffins cups 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes. Allow to cool before frosting. 
For the Frosting:
  1. Combine all ingredients and beat for 1-2 minutes, until fluffy. Frost cupcakes and serve!

Notes

  • Don’t Overmix: Stir the batter just until combined for light and fluffy muffins.
  • Scoop for Even Muffins: Use an ice cream scoop to evenly portion batter for muffins that bake evenly.
  • Cool Before Frosting: Let the muffins cool completely before frosting, so it doesn’t melt off.
  • Add Spice to Frosting: Mix in a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin spice for extra fall flavor!

Nutrition Information

Calories 280kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 13g (20%) Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 280mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 24g (48%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12muffins

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280

% Daily Value*

Calories 280kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 13g 20%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 280mg 12%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 24g 48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.