Skinny Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Walnut Streusel

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour (2 1/4 cups or 280g)
• Baking powder (2 teaspoons or 8g)
• Baking soda (1 teaspoon or 5g)
• Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon or 2g)
• Ground nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon or 1g)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon or 2.5g)
• Pure pumpkin puree (1 cup or 240g)
• Unsweetened almond milk (1 cup or 240ml)
• Coconut oil, melted (1/3 cup or 80ml)
• Pure maple syrup (1/3 cup or 80ml)
• Eggs (2 large)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon or 5ml)
• For the streusel:
  • Walnuts, chopped (1/2 cup or 60g)
  • Old fashioned rolled oats (1/2 cup or 40g)
  • Brown sugar (1/4 cup or 50g)
  • Ground cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon or 1g)
  • Salt (pinch)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, almond milk, coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. In a small bowl, combine all the streusel ingredients.
6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the muffins.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 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: 170
• Fat: 8g (of which, 2g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (of which, 10g sugar)
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy texture
• Warm and inviting pumpkin spice flavor
• Crunchy walnut streusel topping
• Low in calories and fat

User Comments:

• "These muffins are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fall flavors."
• "The streusel topping adds a great crunch and sweetness."
• "I love how easy these muffins are to make."
• "Perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack."
• "A must-try for pumpkin spice lovers."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in tough muffins.
• If you don't have almond milk, you can use regular milk or another plant-based milk.
• To make gluten-free muffins, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
• These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.