Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful treat that blends the warm flavors of pumpkin with rich chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these muffins are easy to make and encapsulate the essence of fall in every bite. With hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, they promise to wrap you in cozy comfort. Bake a batch today and enjoy them fresh or save some for later—either way, you’re in for a seasonal favorite!
- 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 pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into muffin tins about three-quarters full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating nuts or dried fruits. You can substitute mini chocolate chips for a more balanced sweetness. To enhance moisture content, let the batter rest for a few minutes before baking.