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Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips
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Soft, moist Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips combine the natural sweetness and moisture of pumpkin with warm spices and melty chocolate for a cozy autumn treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins offer a comforting and flavorful experience with every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (preferably room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners or grease them. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  2. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid tough muffins. The batter should be thick but moist.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter to ensure every muffin has a generous amount of melty chocolate.
  4. Fill Muffin Cups and Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once slightly cooled, serve and enjoy the warm, chocolatey pumpkin goodness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and pumpkin puree for better batter consistency.
  • Gently fold ingredients to prevent dense muffins; avoid overmixing.
  • Use fresh ground spices for the most vibrant flavor.
  • Check oven temperature and start testing muffins a few minutes early to prevent overbaking.
  • Opt for good-quality chocolate chips for best melt and taste.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze individually wrapped muffins for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw muffins at room temperature or reheat gently in microwave or oven before serving.

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