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Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Brown Butter Buttercream Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
3 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups canned pumpkin
4 large eggs
brown butter buttercream , recipe follows
this recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. the food network kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
4 cups powdered sugar (about 2 lb)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
3 to 6 tbsp buttermilk

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 regular size cupcake pans with cupcake liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set the bowl aside. In a large bowl using an electric mixer on low speed, combine the sugar, oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and pumpkin. Add the eggs 1 at a time. Mix on low until combined. Gradually add the flour mixture until just combined.
Fill the cupcake liners three-quarters full with batter and bake until the cupcakes spring back when touched with your finger, about 20 minutes. Let cool in the pans for a few minutes, and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Brown Butter Buttercream:
In a saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter over medium-low heat until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Cool. In a large bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the remaining 1/2 cup butter for 30 seconds. Add the cooled brown butter and beat until combined. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat in the buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until spreadable.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	439.37 Kcal (1840 kJ)
Calories from fat	218.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.28g	37%
Cholesterol	51.76mg	17%
Sodium	358.75mg	15%
Potassium	589.81mg	13%
Total Carbs	52.73g	18%
Sugars	33.85g	135%
Dietary Fiber	1.16g	5%
Protein	4.44g	9%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	10%
Iron	0.6mg	3%
Calcium	63.7mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	360.27 Kcal (1508 kJ)
Calories from fat	179.15 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19.91g	37%
Cholesterol	42.44mg	17%
Sodium	294.16mg	15%
Potassium	483.62mg	13%
Total Carbs	43.23g	18%
Sugars	27.75g	135%
Dietary Fiber	0.95g	5%
Protein	3.64g	9%
Vitamin C	1.6mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	10%
Iron	0.5mg	3%
Calcium	52.2mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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