Delicious and Healthy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Delicious and Healthy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 28, 2023

These gluten-free pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are moist, flavorful, and loaded with the perfect balance of pumpkin and chocolate. Made with gluten-free flour, warm spices, and real pumpkin puree, they are a delicious treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Whether you follow a gluten-free diet or not, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone!

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup gluten-free chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well combined.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the gluten-free chocolate chips.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve and enjoy these delicious gluten-free pumpkin chocolate chip muffins!

Interesting Facts

  • Pumpkin is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making these muffins a healthier option.
  • Using a mix of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves adds a delightful autumn flavor to the muffins.
  • Gluten-free chocolate chips ensure that these muffins remain gluten-free while still satisfying your chocolate cravings.