Easy Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes With Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

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A quick and easy doctored cake-mix recipe that's perfect for halloween parties and birthday parties in the fall. I've decreased the fat content by using some lower fat ingredients and the flavors are still amazing.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees f and line two 12-muffin pans with paper baking cups.

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In a large mixing bowl , combine the cake mix , egg whites , water , oil , pumpkin , pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon.

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Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.

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Fill each paper cup about 3 / 4 full with batter.

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Bake for 18-22 minutes or until an inserted toothpick in the center comes out clean.

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Set aside on metal rack to cool.

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Prepare frosting by placing cream cheese , butter , sugar and cinnamon in a small mixing bowl.

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Beat on medium until well-combined and smooth.

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For a prettier , more elegant presentation , use a piping bag to frost cooled cupcakes.

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Decorate with sprinkles or other fall / halloween deco items if desired.

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Ingredients

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yellow cake mix, egg whites, water, vegetable oil, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, neufchatel cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar