Description
These moist and flavorful Pumpkin Muffins are perfect for a cozy fall breakfast or snack. Made with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg, and moist pumpkin puree, these muffins are easy to prepare and can be optionally enhanced with chopped walnuts for added crunch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
Optional
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, canned pumpkin, vegetable oil, and water thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just blended to avoid overmixing, which can make the muffins tough. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts carefully.
- Fill the muffin cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the muffins: Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer a nut-free version, simply omit the chopped walnuts.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree or well-drained canned pumpkin to maintain the right consistency.
- Measurements for spices can be adjusted to taste for a stronger or milder spice profile.
- These muffins freeze well; store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- For added sweetness, a light glaze or dusting of powdered sugar can be applied once cooled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
