The Best Pumpkin Muffins Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate autumn treat! These irresistible pumpkin muffins are bursting with juicy raisins, chewy dates, crunchy walnuts, and a warm cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe delivers moist, flavorful muffins that will become your new fall favorite. Get ready for a taste of autumn magic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 165.3 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for The Best Pumpkin Muffins

  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • Canned Pumpkin
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon (1 tsp in batter, ½ tsp in topping)
  • Clove
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup raisins
  • ½ cup chopped dates
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

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How to Make The Best Pumpkin Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup milk, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, ½ cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree.
  3. Stir in 1 cup raisins, ½ cup chopped dates, and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fill muffin cups about ⅔ full.
  7. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup packed brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the muffins.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

15g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Pumpkin Muffins?

The Best Pumpkin Muffins takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Pumpkin Muffins?

The Best Pumpkin Muffins has approximately 165.3 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Pumpkin Muffins?

The key ingredients for The Best Pumpkin Muffins are Brown Sugar, Butter, Canned Pumpkin, Milk, Eggs, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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