Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Pumpkin puree: 1 cup (240g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Baking soda: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 8 paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and eggs.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter among the prepared muffin liners.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Warm and comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices
- Golden brown with a tender crumb
User Comments:
- "These muffins are the perfect fall treat! They're so moist and flavorful, and the pumpkin spice is just right."
- "I love the combination of pumpkin puree and brown sugar in these muffins. They're so delicious and easy to make."
- "These muffins are a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. They're a hit with my family and friends."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a sweeter muffin, add an extra 1/4 cup of brown sugar.
- For a more intense pumpkin flavor, use canned pumpkin puree instead of fresh pumpkin.
- If you don't have a muffin tin, you can bake the muffins in a loaf pan for about 45-50 minutes.
- Let the muffins cool completely before frosting or storing them.
