Pumpkin Crumb Muffin Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
canned or fresh
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Add paper liners to 12 count standard muffin pan.
- 2
Whisk the flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger together in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, stir the sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla together.
- 3
Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture in several intervals stirring just until combined. Divide the batter evenly between the muffin liners.
- 4
Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Slowly add the melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture is crumbly. Divide the mixture evenly over the top of the batter and gently press down so the crumb mixture adheres..
- 5
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. After 5 minutes, move the muffins to a wire rack to cool.
- 6
Whisk the powdered sugar, milk, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle over the fully cooled muffins.
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate taste of autumn? These Pumpkin Crumb Muffins deliver that cozy fall feeling with every single bite, offering bakery-quality goodness right from your kitchen.
Why These Muffins Work So Well
What truly sets this recipe apart is its incredible balance of textures and flavors. You’ll find a perfectly moist pumpkin muffin base, generously infused with a perfect blend of pumpkin pie spice—featuring cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger—that sings with authentic fall notes. But the real star is the mile-high crumb topping, creating an irresistible crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender muffin beneath. Finally, a sweet cinnamon maple drizzle adds that extra touch of warmth and indulgence.
What to Expect from This Recipe
Prepare for a truly comforting treat. Each bite of these Pumpkin Crumb Muffins offers a delightful experience: a soft, tender interior bursting with the warm, earthy sweetness of pumpkin and aromatic spices. The substantial crumb topping provides a satisfyingly buttery, slightly crisp texture that’s utterly addictive, while the cinnamon maple drizzle melts into a sticky, sweet finish. These muffins are designed to bring a smile to your face, embodying the very essence of fall in a convenient, handheld form. They're surprisingly simple to achieve, yielding a dozen impressive muffins.
Customization & Variations
You have flexibility with a few key ingredients. Feel free to use either canned or fresh pumpkin puree, whichever is most convenient for you. While the recipe features a beautiful blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, you can always adjust the spice levels to suit your personal preference. For a less sweet muffin, the cinnamon maple drizzle can be omitted, or you could swap the milk in the drizzle for orange juice for a brighter finish.
Serving & Context
These Pumpkin Crumb Muffins are perfect for brightening any breakfast table, enhancing a cozy brunch, or as a delightful afternoon snack with your favorite coffee or tea. They’re a wonderful way to welcome fall, making them ideal for gatherings or a quiet moment of indulgence.