Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Muffins
Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Muffins are the perfect autumn treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a delightful cinnamon sugar topping. These moist, fluffy muffins are easy to make and filled with cozy vibes that will brighten any chilly day. Whether enjoyed for breakfast or as a sweet snack, these muffins bring the essence of fall right into your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 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
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until combined.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, consider incorporating ginger or cloves into the spice mix. You can sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking for an extra sweet touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.