Description
Indulge in the cozy, comforting flavors of autumn with these irresistible pumpkin muffins. Perfectly moist and packed with warm spices, these muffins are a delightful treat for chilly mornings, cozy afternoons, or anytime you need a taste of the season.
Ingredients
– 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– 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 large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, and melted butter until well combined.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, 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 18-22 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 sweeter, richer muffin, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter. For a crunchier topping, sprinkle the muffins with a streusel made from brown sugar, flour, and butter before baking.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American