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Irresistibly Moist Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins to Savor

Delightful chocolate chip muffins infused with pumpkin spice, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • 1 cup Plain Pumpkin Puree Avoid using pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Enhances moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Yogurt is a substitute.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option available.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Optional.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips Toss in flour before mixing.

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup Additional Chocolate Chips For sprinkling on top.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Sugar Optional, for topping.

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
  • Line 12 muffin cavities with paper liners.
  • Whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Add the baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice (if using), and salt; mix well.
  • Incorporate the all-purpose flour gradually until just combined.
  • Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently until no flour streaks remain.
  • Fill muffin liners about 2/3 full and top with additional chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before baking for extra flavor.
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