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A close-up of golden-brown pumpkin muffins arranged on a rustic wooden platter, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon. The muffins have a moist, fluffy texture with visible specks of pumpkin, and are presented in paper liners against a soft-focus background with autumn leaves and a hint of cinnamon sticks.

Simple & Irresistible Pumpkin Muffins

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Discover the perfect fall treat with our Simple & Irresistible Pumpkin Muffins. These moist, flavorful muffins are infused with warm spices and pumpkin, making them an ideal snack or festive dessert for cozy autumn days. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re a must-try recipe for pumpkin lovers.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat muffins in the oven or microwave before serving for best flavor.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg