Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes Recipe

These pumpkin spice latte cupcakes combine the warm flavors of fall with the beloved taste of a classic pumpkin spice latte. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are moist, flavorful, and topped with a rich coffee-infused frosting.

The recipe is easy to follow and yields delightful results that will impress your friends and family. Enjoy the cozy vibes of autumn with every bite of these delicious pumpkin spice latte cupcakes.

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes

These cupcakes feature a moist pumpkin cake infused with espresso and warm spices, topped with a creamy coffee buttercream frosting. This recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields 12 cupcakes.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add the eggs, pumpkin puree, espresso, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, espresso, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the coffee buttercream. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon if desired.
Serve: Enjoy your pumpkin spice latte cupcakes with a warm beverage for a delightful treat!