Healthy Whole Wheat Spiced Pumpkin Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup pure pumpkin puree
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup coconut oil or melted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, honey, coconut oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until completely combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Whole wheat flour is higher in fiber and other nutrients than all-purpose flour.
• Pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A, which is important for healthy eyesight.
• These muffins are great for breakfast, as a snack, or as a healthy dessert.