Best 4 Pumpkin Spice Gingersnap Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of pumpkin and gingersnap flavors with our carefully curated collection of pumpkin spice gingersnap cupcake recipes. These delectable treats combine the warm, comforting spices of pumpkin pie with the crisp, spicy kick of gingersnaps, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic recipes to unique variations, this comprehensive guide will lead you to the perfect pumpkin spice gingersnap cupcake recipe that suits your preferences and inspires your baking journey.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN SPICE CUPCAKES



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I make these flavorful pumpkin cupcakes each Halloween, but they're wonderful year-round. -Amber Butzer, Gladstone, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups sugar
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup raisins
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Beat sugar, pumpkin, eggs and oil until well blended. In another bowl, whisk next seven ingredients; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture. Stir in raisins., Fill each of 24 paper-lined muffin cups with 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 28-32 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add confectioners' sugar. Frost cupcakes; sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PUMPKIN GINGER CUPCAKES



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Delicious, light and fluffy! These taste of Fall, and the crystallized ginger gives then a lovely little zing. Even people who don't like pumpkin love these cupcakes. These disappear as fast as I can set them out!

Provided by Lisa Lewis

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
⅓ cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
1 cup butter, room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 24 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners. Whisk together the flour, pudding mix, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, cloves, and crystallized ginger in a bowl; set aside.
  • Beat the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. The mixture should be noticeably lighter in color. Add the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to blend into the butter mixture before adding the next. Beat in the vanilla and pumpkin puree with the last egg. Stir in the flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 303.2 mg, Sugar 21.2 g

GINGERSNAP PUMPKIN CAKE



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It just so happened that on the first day that really felt like fall, we were getting together with friends. I had to make this pumpkin cake. -Koni Brewer, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
ICING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 gingersnap cookies, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat pumpkin, sugar, eggs and oil until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, pie spice and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Frost cake; sprinkle with crushed cookies. Freeze option: Wrap cooled cake in plastic wrap, then cover securely in foil; freeze. To use, thaw cake before unwrapping. Frost and decorate as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PUMPKIN-GINGERSNAP CHEESECAKES



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Serve your guests with these ginger flavored cheesecakes that are made with pumpkin and chocolate - a perfect dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

26 gingersnap cookies
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
3/4 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. Place 1 gingersnap, flat side down, in bottom of each cup.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Add pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice; beat just until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into muffin cups, filling full.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until almost firm. Cool 20 minutes. Remove from pans. Refrigerate cheesecakes in paper baking cups at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Place remaining 2 gingersnaps in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor). In chilled small bowl, beat whipping cream and 1 tablespoon sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Remove cheesecakes from paper baking cups. Spoon 1 teaspoon whipped cream on each cheesecake. Sprinkle with gingersnap crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 136 mg

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect balance of flavors, use a high-quality pumpkin spice mix. You can either make your own or purchase one from the store.
  • For a moist and fluffy cupcake, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy before adding the eggs.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can result in tough cupcakes.
  • Line the cupcake pan with liners to prevent the cupcakes from sticking.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them.
  • For a decadent and creamy frosting, use a combination of cream cheese and butter.
  • Pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes in a swirl or any desired design.
  • Top the cupcakes with crushed gingersnaps for an extra crunch and flavor.

Conclusion:

These Pumpkin Spice Gingersnap Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of pumpkin spice and gingersnaps. With their moist and fluffy texture, creamy frosting, and crunchy topping, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a sweet treat, these cupcakes are the perfect choice. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!

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