Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful blend of autumn flavors, combining the warm spices of pumpkin with luscious chocolate chips. These moist, fluffy muffins are easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With their inviting aroma and comforting taste, they’re a must-bake for fall gatherings or cozy days at home. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save some for later!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just blended; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips evenly into the batter.
- Spoon the batter into muffin cups about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in nuts or dried fruits. To make them healthier, substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour or reduce sugar by using natural sweeteners like honey.