Do it yourself: Chocolate pumpkin cupcakes

Posted on Apr 11 2013 - 8:35pm by Erin Scott

Spring break is now just a memory for Ole Miss students, but here is a tasty sweet for those who are still trying to get beach-ready or maintain that killer body.

This treat is super easy with three ingredients.

It satisfies your need for chocolate, and it would make mom and a nutritionist smile since you’re sneaking a little health into a cupcake of all things!


You will need:
1 box of a favorite chocolate cake mix
1 can of pumpkin
Chocolate chips — I have been known to NOT use them, but to get my guy friends to eat these treats, visible chocolate garnish is helpful.


Directions:
Set the oven to 350 degrees.
Open the can of pumpkin and drop into a mixing bowl.
Pour in the cake mix and combine thoroughly — For best results, I use the back of a large spoon or a spatula and mash the mix powder and pumpkin.
Once it is mixed thoroughly and looks like batter, add the chocolate chips. Spoon into cupcake tins lined with paper and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Let them cool then serve!