Moist Pumpkin Muffins ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from pumpkin lovers and cozy-bake enthusiasts)
🧁 Soft | 🍂 Spiced | 🧡 Family-Approved
If you love the warm flavors of fall in a soft, tender muffin, these Moist Pumpkin Muffins are exactly what you need. Bursting with pumpkin flavor, cozy spices, and a hint of sweetness, they’re perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Perfect for cozy mornings, lunchboxes, or gifting during the holiday season.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Muffins
⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
🍽️ Makes: 12 muffins
💰 Budget-Friendly
✨ Flavor: Sweet pumpkin with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
🧡 Perfect For: Fall mornings, brunches, holiday treats
Ingredients – Soft, Flavorful, and Simple
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil)
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
How to Make Moist Pumpkin Muffins
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk melted butter (or oil), brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 4: Combine & Fold
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.
Serving Ideas
- Warm with butter or cream cheese spread
- Serve alongside a cup of coffee or hot chocolate
- Top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar
- Freeze leftovers for quick, cozy breakfasts
What Everyone’s Saying
“Perfectly moist and flavorful! These muffins disappear in minutes.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Emily R.
“Soft, spiced, and just sweet enough. My kids love them.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Jason T.
“Best pumpkin muffins I’ve ever made. I’ll be making these all fall!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Sarah M.
Moist Pumpkin Muffins – Soft, Spiced, and Perfect for Fall
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine – Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill Muffin Cups – Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Top with optional nuts, chocolate chips, or streusel if desired.
- Bake – Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve – Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
FAQ – Moist Pumpkin Muffins
These Moist Pumpkin Muffins are soft, flavorful, and perfect for autumn breakfasts or cozy snacks. If you love pumpkin treats, you’ll also enjoy these Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a sweet, spiced, and indulgent recipe that’s perfect for make-ahead mornings.
