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Close-up side view of a pumpkin cupcake topped with orange buttercream icing.
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3 Easy Buttercream Pumpkin Cupcakes

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250
Celebrate fall with adorable pumpkin-themed cupcakes decorated with colorful buttercream icing. Perfect for parties or seasonal treats!

Ingredients

Cake and Icing

  • 1 package Favorite chocolate cake mix or recipe
  • 16 oz Stiff White Decorator Icing
  • 1 tub Orange Icing Color
  • 1 tub Kelly Green Icing Color

Instructions 

  • Prepare and bake cupcakes according to recipe, then cool.
  • Tint icing: color 2 cans orange and 1 can green.
  • Fill piping bags with colored icing and tips as specified.
  • Decorate cupcakes: pipe swirl pumpkins, zig-zag pumpkins, and elongated shell pumpkins using the tips and techniques described.

Notes

Use fresh icing for best results and practice piping techniques beforehand.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: buttercream, cupcakes, pumpkin