Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes: Moist, Delicious, and Simple to Bake
There’s nothing like the smell of easy pumpkin cupcakes baking to make your home feel cozy. These cupcakes are moist, flavorful, and so simple to make!
Whether you’re planning a holiday get-together or simply craving a sweet pumpkin treat, these easy pumpkin cupcakes hit the spot. And don’t worry—if you’re not a fan of pumpkin spice, this recipe doesn’t use any. Instead, the cinnamon gives just the right touch of warmth to complement the pumpkin.
Simple Ingredients for Delicious Cupcakes
The main ingredients in these easy pumpkin cupcakes come together to create a moist and flavorful treat. Pumpkin adds richness and natural sweetness, while eggs and vegetable oil provide a soft, tender texture. Cinnamon gives a warm, subtle spice, and the combination of baking powder and baking soda ensures the cupcakes rise perfectly. These simple ingredients make this recipe both delicious and easy to whip up!
Step-by-Step Instructions for these Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a muffin tin with muffin liners to get started.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin puree. Use a hand mixer to blend until smooth. This is the handheld mixer I like to use!
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and use the hand mixer again to combine until smooth.
5. Fill each muffin liner about ⅔ full. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. I like to use this cookie scooper to scoop the batter into the muffin liners.
6. Enjoy them warm and plain which are really delicious–or pair them with my easy cream cheese icing recipe once cooled!
These cupcakes taste amazing on their own, but they’re even better with frosting! Make sure to check out my easy cream cheese icing recipe for a sweet topping that complements the pumpkin perfectly! You won’t be able to eat just one!
Baker’s Tips:
- This recipe yields about 30 cupcakes, so there’s plenty to share or save for later.
- They’re perfect for any occasion, from a weeknight dessert to a festive celebration.
Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Muffin Liners
- 1 Large and 1 Medium sized bowls
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 2/3 c sugar
- 1 c vegetable oil
- 15 oz can of pumpkin
- 2 c sifted flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉
- Combine the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin in a medium sized bowl and mix together with a hand mixer until blended.4 eggs, 1 2/3 c sugar, 1 c vegetable oil, 15 oz can of pumpkin
- In a large bowl stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.2 c sifted flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, 2 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp salt
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix again with the hand mixer until combined and smooth.
- Fill each muffin liner 2/3 full and bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool before frosting—or enjoy them warm and plain!
Make sure to check out my easy cream cheese icing recipe which pairs well with these cupcakes!
Notes
You’ll love how fast you can bake up these easy pumpkin cupcakes! They’re sure to become a favorite treat in your home no matter the time of year! Happy baking!
