Description
Moist, fluffy, and spiced just right—these healthy pumpkin muffins are naturally sweetened, made with whole grains, and bursting with fall flavor. Perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or a cozy snack any time of year.
Ingredients
1½ cups whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp cloves or pumpkin pie spice
2 eggs
1 cup pumpkin purée
⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
¼ cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
¼ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: ½ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin or grease lightly.
In one bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, mix eggs, pumpkin, maple syrup, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Add wet ingredients to dry and stir gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Divide batter evenly into 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 170 / Muffin
- Sugar: 8g / Muffin
- Fat: 7g / Muffin
- Carbohydrates: 22g / Muffin
- Fiber: 3g / Muffin
- Protein: 4g / Muffin