Description
Pumpkin muffins are a delightful fall treat that encapsulates the essence of cozy gatherings and crisp mornings. With their soft, fluffy texture and rich pumpkin flavor, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Topped with nuts or drizzled with maple glaze, each bite is a celebration of autumn. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, these muffins will become a cherished staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- If using nuts, fold them into the batter gently.
- Pour the batter into prepared muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg