These pumpkin orange muffins are a delightful treat, perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The combination of pumpkin and orange creates a moist and flavorful muffin that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and then mix in vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is rich in fiber and vitamins, making these muffins a nutritious treat.
The addition of orange juice and zest adds a refreshing citrus flavor to the muffins.