Spiced Pumpkin Apple Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Spiced Pumpkin Apple Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup canned organic pumpkin; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup amber agave nectar; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 2 cups sprouted spelt flour, regular whole grain spelt flour, or whole wheat pastry flour; 1/2 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch of sea salt; 2 apples (any variety), peeled and chopped into small pieces; Cream Cheese Frosting (page 110); Toasted walnuts or pecans for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup canned organic pumpkin
2 large eggs
3/4 cup amber agave nectar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups sprouted spelt flour, regular whole grain spelt flour, or whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of sea salt
2 apples (any variety), peeled and chopped into small pieces
Cream Cheese Frosting (page 110)
Toasted walnuts or pecans for garnish (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Line a cupcake pan with 12 paper liners.
3
In a large bowl, whisk the pumpkin, eggs, agave nectar, canola oil, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well blended.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
5
Add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
6
Stir in the apples.
7
Spoon into the prepared cupcake pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
8
Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
9
When completely cool, frost the cupcakes.
10
Sprinkle toasted walnuts on top of each cupcake if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup canned organic pumpkin, 2 large eggs, 3/4 cup amber agave nectar, 1/2 cup canola oil, and more.

Yes, Spiced Pumpkin Apple Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Pumpkin Apple Cupcakes

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Variations & substitutions

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