Pumpkin Butterscotch Snacking Cupcakes Recipe

These Pumpkin Butterscotch Snacking Cupcakes are a surprisingly delicious twist on a classic! The unexpected combination of pumpkin and butterscotch morsels creates a warm, comforting flavor that's perfectly balanced by crunchy walnuts. Topped with extra morsels and walnuts for an irresistible crunch, these cupcakes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready to bake up a batch of autumnal goodness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 304.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Butterscotch Snacking Cupcakes

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How to Make Pumpkin Butterscotch Snacking Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 24 paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 2 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup vegetable oil on medium speed for 3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts and 1 cup butterscotch morsels.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about halfway full with batter.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1/2 cup butterscotch morsels.
  8. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the remaining walnut and morsel mixture on top of each cupcake.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Butterscotch Snacking Cupcakes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

92g

Fat

24g

Carbs

12g