Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups (187 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (187 g) whole wheat flour
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons (6 g) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) baking soda
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) salt
- 1 cup (240 ml) pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 out of 5 (from simple to difficult)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, honey, melted butter, and egg.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill the muffin cups with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per muffin:
* Calories: 250
* Total Fat: 7 g
* Saturated Fat: 3 g
* Cholesterol: 45 mg
* Sodium: 240 mg
* Total Carbohydrates: 45 g
* Dietary Fiber: 3 g
* Protein: 6 g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Slightly sweet with a hint of spice
- Moist and fluffy crumb
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack
User Comments:
- "These muffins are a delicious way to start the day."
- "I love the combination of pumpkin and honey."
- "The muffins are so moist and fluffy, they melt in my mouth."
- "I would definitely recommend these muffins to anyone who loves pumpkin bread."
- "These muffins are a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a healthier option, replace all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- For a sweeter muffin, add extra honey or maple syrup to the batter.
- To make the muffins more decadent, top with a cream cheese frosting or whipped cream.
- Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
