Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins Recipe

Craving a delicious, guilt-free treat? These Light & Fluffy Pumpkin Chip Muffins are a lighter, healthier take on a classic, inspired by marg (caymandesingns)'s recipe. Perfect for Weight Watchers, these muffins are unbelievably moist and packed with pumpkin flavor and crunchy chocolate chips. Get ready to enjoy a delightful snack or breakfast that won't derail your healthy eating goals!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 165.1 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • Unsweetened Applesauce
  • Pumpkin
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (or substitute with a sugar alternative to reduce points)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips

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How to Make Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a muffin tin with 24 paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, and sugar until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Fill each muffin cup generously about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 16-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

9g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins?

Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins?

Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins has approximately 165.1 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins?

The key ingredients for Light Pumpkin Chip Muffins are Eggs, Oil, Unsweetened Applesauce, Pumpkin, Sugar, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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