These Easy Pumpkin Spice Muffins are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the flavors of fall. Made with pumpkin puree and a blend of warm spices, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, they are sure to satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or cream cheese spread for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- Add the vegetable oil, eggs, pumpkin puree, and water to the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each muffin cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin spice is a popular flavor combination in the United States, especially during the fall season.
Pumpkin spice is typically made with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
Pumpkin spice muffins are a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin from other recipes.
Adding a handful of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter can enhance the flavor and texture of the muffins.