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Moist Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins You'll Love This Fall

These chocolate chip muffins blend pumpkin and rich chocolate flavors, making a perfect fall treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Baking
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • - Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • - Measuring cups
  • - Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 cup Plain Pumpkin Puree Avoid pumpkin pie filling for pure flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be substituted.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Consider coconut sugar for lower glycemic.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil or applesauce for healthier option.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Yogurt or buttermilk are great substitutes.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if needed.

For the Leavening

  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best effects.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda

For the Flavor

  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Or use cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used as alternative.

For the Sweetness

  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate or dairy-free chips can be substituted.

Instructions
 

How to Make Chocolate Chip Muffins

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  • Fold in the all-purpose flour until incorporated, then gently add the chocolate chips.
  • Scoop the batter into the muffin liners, filling them about 2/3 full. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Muffins can be drizzled with melted chocolate for extra indulgence. Enjoy with tea or coffee!
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