Red Velvet Cupcakes with Nonpareils

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For the cupcakes:

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup whole milk

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 large egg

1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

1 tablespoon red food coloring

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the frosting:

6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

2 cups confectioners' sugar

1 cup mixed orange, yellow and brown nonpareils