Molletes De Calabaza Pumpkin Muffins Recipe

Transport yourself to a Day of the Dead celebration with these delightful Molletes de Calabaza, or Pumpkin Muffins! Inspired by a treasured middle school recipe, these spiced pumpkin muffins are perfectly moist and subtly sweet. A comforting and festive treat, perfect for autumn gatherings or your own Dia de los Muertos celebration. This recipe yields approximately 12 muffins.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 98.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Molletes De Calabaza Pumpkin Muffins

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How to Make Molletes De Calabaza Pumpkin Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree and 1/2 cup milk. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add 1 large egg to the pumpkin mixture and whisk until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 1/2 cup raisins (optional).
  6. Fill each muffin cup about halfway full.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly browned. Start checking for doneness around the 25-minute mark.
  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

17g

Fat

2g

Carbs

6g

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