Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these perfectly moist and delicious Pumpkin Spice Muffins. Made with real pumpkin puree and warm spices, these easy-to-bake muffins are the perfect quick breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
– 1 3/4 cups (218g) all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
2. – In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. – In a large bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Stir in the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
4. – Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined (do not overmix).
5. – Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. – Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. – Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a sweeter muffin, you can add a streusel topping or cream cheese frosting. The muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American