Fall for Pumpkin Spice

Fall is the season of cozy sweaters, crisp air, and the warm, comforting embrace of pumpkin spice. This delightful pumpkin spice recipe captures the essence of fall and will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the walnuts and chocolate chips if desired.
5. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the pumpkin spice muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, enjoy the warm, delicious flavors of fall with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 12 muffins

These pumpkin spice muffins are a perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall. The warm spices and pumpkin puree create a moist and flavorful treat that’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack by the fireplace.

Nutrition Information (per muffin): Calories – 230, Total Fat – 12g, Saturated Fat – 2g, Cholesterol – 31mg, Sodium – 220mg, Total Carbohydrates – 29g, Dietary Fiber – 2g, Sugars – 15g, Protein – 3g

As the leaves change color and the air becomes crisp, let these pumpkin spice muffins bring the warmth and flavors of autumn into your home. Whether you’re baking them for yourself or sharing them with loved ones, they are sure to be a hit. So, embrace the fall season and savor every bite of these delicious treats!