Upside-Down Pumpkin Filled Chocolate Cupcakes

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 2 (12-cup) muffin pans with nonstick baking spray with flour.

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   Do not use paper liners.

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   Prepare the cake mix according to package directions for cupcakes.

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   Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes.

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   Remove the cupcakes from the pans, and arrange them, rounded side down, on wire racks to cool completely.

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   In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.

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   Add the pumpkin and confectioners' sugar, and beat until smooth.

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   Cut each cupcake in half horizontally.

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   Spread about 2 tablespoons the pumpkin mixture evenly over cut side of rounded cupcake halves.

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    Top with the cut side of the flat cupcake halves.

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    Using a double boiler, melt the semisweet chocolate.

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    Add the whipping cream and mix until well combined.

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    Spoon the desired amount of chocolate over each cupcake and garnish with candy corn.

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    Cover, and chill, or serve immediately.

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    Cook's Note: Cupcakes can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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