Description
These Pumpkin Spice Muffins are a moist and flavorful treat perfect for autumn. Bursting with classic pumpkin spices and tender pumpkin puree, they make an easy, comforting snack or breakfast. Enjoy the warm, cozy flavors any time of day!
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup buttermilk
Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat muffins briefly in the microwave or oven before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Quick & Easy
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg