Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

One of my favorites things to cook with is pumpkin.  I am constantly searching for new ideas to incorporate pumpkin.  This recipe is a combination of a couple of different recipes I have come across.

You will need:

1 box spice cake mix, prepared according to directions
1 8oz package cream cheese (do not use fat free)
1/2 C canned pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla
5 tbsp packed brown sugar

Preheat oven to 350 F.  Line a muffin tin (regular or mini) with paper cups.  Mix spice cake according to box instructions.  Fill the liners about 3/4 full.  Bake for 15-17 minutes (2-3 minutes longer for regular cupcakes) or until a toothpick comes out clean.  Allow to cool.  Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth.  Spread the icing on with a knife.  If you pipe on the icing, you will need to double the icing recipe.  Enjoy!