Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
• In a large bowl, mix the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
• Add the eggs and pumpkin puree, mixing until well combined.
• In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
• Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
• Scoop batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• While cupcakes are cooling, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
• Once cooled, use a knife to create a small hole in the center of each cupcake.
• Pipe or spoon the cream filling into the holes of the cupcakes.