Mariusz Lewandowski
Perfectly Moistened Maple Pumpkin Muffins: Fall’s Favorite Treat
These moist and flavorful muffins are the perfect way to celebrate fall. Infused with rich pumpkin puree and sweetened with pure maple syrup, each bite captures the essence of autumn. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, these muffins are a hit for any occasion. Their warm, spicy aroma is sure to fill your kitchen with the delightful scent of the season. Ready to impress your family and friends? Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp baking powder
– ¼ tsp salt
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– ½ tsp ground nutmeg
– ¼ tsp ground ginger
– ¼ tsp ground cloves
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– ½ cup pure maple syrup
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in the chopped pecans if using.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these perfectly moistened maple pumpkin muffins with your favorite hot beverage and savor the taste of autumn in every bite!
