Best Ever Pumpkin Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- 1 15 ounce can pure pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and place 12 paper liners into each well of your standard size muffin baking pan.
- 2
Measure out the flour, sugars, baking soda, salt and spices in a medium bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
- 3
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut oil and vanilla extract.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir together. Do not over mix, just stir until everything is incorporated into the batter.
- 5
It is helpful to use a large scoop (like an ice cream scoop) to evenly distribute the batter into each well. They will be nearly full. This will help give your muffins a nice puffy dome.
- 6
Bake your muffins for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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About this Recipe
Imagine the perfect pumpkin muffin: moist, bursting with warm spice, and utterly irresistible. These Best Ever Pumpkin Muffins deliver exactly that, transforming humble ingredients into a truly special treat that will quickly become a seasonal favorite. Forget dry, crumbly muffins—these are a revelation.
What makes these pumpkin muffins stand out is a thoughtful blend of ingredients that work in harmony to ensure an incredibly tender crumb and deep, autumnal flavor. The combination of a generous 15-ounce can of pure pumpkin puree and melted coconut oil contributes to an unparalleled moistness, ensuring every bite is rich and satisfying. The inclusion of both white and dark brown sugars creates a nuanced sweetness that enhances, rather than overwhelms, the warm spices.
With every bite, you'll experience a wonderfully soft and tender texture that is anything but dry, thanks to the careful balance of wet and dry ingredients. The aroma alone, a comforting blend of cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg, will fill your kitchen with the cozy essence of fall. The taste is perfectly balanced—sweet but not cloying, with that comforting warmth only true pumpkin spice can bring. These are the kind of muffins that feel like a warm hug on a crisp autumn morning, making them perfect for a leisurely breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.
While perfect as is, you can easily make these Best Ever Pumpkin Muffins your own. Consider stirring in a handful of chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or walnuts for added texture and sweetness. For an extra festive touch and a bit of crunch, a sprinkle of turbinado sugar on top before baking creates a delightful crust.
Enjoy these delightful pumpkin muffins warm from the oven for breakfast, a cozy afternoon snack, or as a welcoming treat for guests during the fall season. They pair wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or a glass of milk.