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Delicious pumpkin chocolate chip muffins baked and ready to enjoy

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Deliciously moist muffins featuring a perfect blend of pumpkin and chocolate, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree Use pure pumpkin, not pie filling.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with coconut oil or applesauce.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Chocolate Chip Filling
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not over-mix.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Keep leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before enjoying. Experiment with different spices for added flavor.