BEST Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

BEST Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

These healthy pumpkin muffins are lightened up with less oil and sugar but are every bit as moist and fluffy as you'd expect!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups oat flour

    gluten free, if needed

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree

    15 oz can

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil

    melted

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk

    any milk works

  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • 3 tablespoons oat flour
  • 3 tablespoons rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil

    melted

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Grease a 12-count muffin tin and fill each one with muffin liners.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice and set aside. In a mixing bowl, add the remaining ingredients and cream together until smooth.

  3. 3

    Gently fold through the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Distribute the batter evenly amongst the muffin tin.

  4. 4

    Make the crumb topping by mixing together the oat flour, rolled oats, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and melted coconut oil. Sprinkle over the top of each muffin.

  5. 5

    Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.

  6. 6

    Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes, before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

BEST Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

BEST Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

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About this Recipe

Craving a cozy, comforting treat that won't derail your healthy eating goals? These BEST Healthy Pumpkin Muffins deliver all the warmth and flavor you love, lightened up without compromising on texture.

The genius of this recipe lies in its smart ingredient swaps. By reducing oil and sugar and utilizing oat flour and coconut sugar, these muffins achieve a surprisingly moist and fluffy crumb. It's a testament to how thoughtful adjustments can make a significant difference in both nutrition and enjoyment.

Prepare for a truly delightful muffin experience. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of warm pumpkin and aromatic spices, delivering that quintessential autumn comfort. You'll discover a tender, airy texture that remains remarkably moist despite the reduced fat content, truly melting in your mouth. The subtle, caramel-like sweetness of coconut sugar beautifully complements the natural richness of pumpkin puree, creating a balanced flavor profile that's neither overly sweet nor bland. The optional, crisp oat topping provides a delightful textural contrast and an extra hint of cinnamon.

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable for various dietary needs and pantry staples. If you require a gluten-free option, ensure your oat flour is certified gluten-free. The recipe specifies unsweetened almond milk, but any milk you have on hand works just as well. For a deeper flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter, or even mixing them into the oat topping for extra crunch. You could also experiment with chocolate chips if you're looking for an indulgent twist, though it would add to the sugar content.

These healthy pumpkin muffins are perfect for a wholesome breakfast on the go, a satisfying afternoon snack with your coffee or tea, or even a lighter dessert. They're designed to be a comforting treat for any occasion where you crave a taste of autumn.

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