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Pumpkin Spice Muffins

These cozy pumpkin spice muffins combine the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove with smooth canned pumpkin, creating a tender, moist crumb topped with a golden, cracked surface. The process involves mixing dry and wet ingredients separately, folding them gently, and baking until fragrant and perfectly risen. They’re a nostalgic fall treat that’s simple to make and irresistibly comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin well-drained if homemade
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice blend cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Spatula
  • Oven thermometer
  • Toothpick

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice blend until evenly combined. This creates a light, airy dry mixture.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the pumpkin, brown sugar, melted butter, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. It should look slightly thick and velvety.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients using a spatula, just until they are combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick but scoopable, with some small lumps.
  5. Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Use an ice cream scoop for neat, consistent portions.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, until the tops are golden and cracked slightly. Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.
  7. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly, revealing a tender, moist crumb with a fragrant aroma.
  8. Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra coziness. Enjoy their tender, spiced goodness!