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Best Pumpkin Muffins

Delightful pumpkin muffins infused with warm spices, perfect for fall and any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base Ingredients
  • 15 ounces pumpkin puree Canned is convenient, but check for additives.
  • ½ cup salted butter (melted) Adds richness and texture.
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar (packed) Provides caramel-like sweetness.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice Evokes fall flavors.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Enhances spicy notes.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Essential leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup mix-ins (optional) Chocolate chips, nuts, etc.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  2. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree and melted butter until smooth.
  5. Add brown and granulated sugar to the pumpkin mixture and whisk until dissolved.
  6. Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract, blending until uniform.
  7. Gently fold in the dry ingredient mixture until smooth without lumps.
  8. If desired, add your choice of mix-ins and stir until distributed.
  9. Pour ¼ cup of batter into each muffin tin, smoothing the tops.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
  2. Let muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Use high-quality pumpkin puree for better flavor. For extra moisture, add ¼ cup buttermilk or yogurt.