Description
These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins bring together the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the richness of chocolate for the ultimate festive treat. Moist, tender, perfectly spiced, and studded with melty chocolate chips, these muffins are irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert during the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir just until combined—do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool muffins on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add walnuts, pecans, or dried cranberries. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Holiday
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg