Indulge in the warm and cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Streusel Muffins. The combination of moist pumpkin muffins topped with a crunchy streusel topping is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Streusel Topping: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 3 tablespoons cold butter
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill muffin cups 3/4 full with batter.
- In a small bowl, combine streusel topping ingredients and mix until crumbly. Sprinkle topping over muffin batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious Pumpkin Streusel Muffins warm or at room temperature!
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as minerals like potassium and iron.
Streusel toppings originated in Germany and are often used on cakes, muffins, and coffee cakes for added texture and flavor.