Pumpkin-Chocolate Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 muffin cups, or line with paper baking cups.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, oil, vanilla, and pumpkin.
3. Make a well in the dry ingredients, and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Fill the prepared muffin cups about two-thirds full. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
5. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin-chocolate muffins are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables in a delicious treat.
• You can use any type of chocolate chips you prefer, such as dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even butterscotch.
• These muffins freeze well, so they're a great make-ahead snack for busy days.