Description
These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins combine moist pumpkin with rich chocolate for a delicious treat. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they feature warm spices and a fluffy texture, making them a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and slightly thick.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, reserving a handful for topping if desired.
- Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top if using.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Enjoy as is or warm with a pat of butter.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
- For a healthier option, you can substitute half of the vegetable oil with applesauce.
- Feel free to add nuts or dried fruit for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes