Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delectable Weight Watchers Pumpkin Muffins. Moist, fluffy, and packed with pumpkin and spice, these guilt-free treats are a healthy and satisfying option for any time of day.
Ingredients
– 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
2. – In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, eggs, sugar, applesauce, and vanilla until well combined.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
4. – Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. – Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. – Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. – Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a crunchy topping, sprinkle a teaspoon of raw sugar over the batter in each muffin cup before baking. These 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: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American