Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

12 servings
I can't get enough of these pumpkin chocolate chip muffins in the fall! Made with a full can of pumpkin, they're insanely moist and packed with pumpkin flavor. They freeze well too!

Ingredients

  • can pumpkin puree
    1
  • eggs
    2 large
  • brown sugar
    ½ c
  • cane sugar
    ½ c
  • vegetable oil
    ½ c
  • milk
    ¼ c
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • all-purpose flour

    spooned and leveled

    2 c
  • pumpkin pie spice
    1 tbsp
  • baking powder
    2 tsp
  • baking soda
    ½ tsp
  • sea salt
    ½ tsp
  • heaping ½ cup chocolate chips

    plus more as desired

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, brown sugar, cane sugar, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  4. 4

    Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

  5. 5

    Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, adding about a heaping ⅓ cup to each one. Top with more chocolate chips, if desired.

  6. 6

    Bake the muffins for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops spring back to the touch and a toothpick inserted comes out with just a few crumbs attached. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

30 min12 servings

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About this Recipe

As autumn leaves begin to fall, there's nothing quite like the cozy aroma of freshly baked pumpkin chocolate chip muffins filling your kitchen. These delicious muffins are the perfect way to embrace the season, delivering comfort and incredible flavor in every bite. Whether it's a crisp morning breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, these treats hit just the right spot, easily becoming a fall favorite you'll crave all year.

Why These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins Work

What truly sets these chocolate chip pumpkin muffins apart is the generous use of a full can of pumpkin puree. This ensures an intensely moist crumb and a deep, authentic pumpkin flavor that permeates every morsel. The careful balance of brown and cane sugar, combined with fragrant vanilla extract and warm pumpkin pie spice, creates a perfectly sweetened profile that’s complemented beautifully by the melted chocolate chips.

Expect a muffin that is insanely moist with a tender texture, bursting with the comforting taste of pumpkin and rich pockets of chocolate. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet, earthy spice, and a hint of salt to elevate the chocolate. These are hearty yet light enough to enjoy any time of day, delivering genuine satisfaction without feeling overly heavy. Their simple preparation makes them a rewarding project for any home baker.

Customization & Variations

These pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are wonderfully adaptable. Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips – milk, dark, or even white chocolate would be delightful. For an extra layer of texture and flavor, consider stirring in a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter. If you're out of pumpkin pie spice, a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves can be substituted, adjusting to your preference.

Serving & Context

These pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are ideal for a leisurely weekend breakfast, a quick grab-and-go snack, or a delightful accompaniment to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Serve them warm for the most comforting experience, allowing the chocolate chips to be perfectly gooey.

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