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Wholesome Small-Batch Pumpkin Muffins: Easy Fall Recipe

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These wholesome small-batch pumpkin muffins are quick, forgiving, and packed with fall flavor. Made with whole wheat pastry flour and maple syrup, they’re moist, tender, and just sweet enough—perfect for a cozy fall morning.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 6-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Pour dry ingredients into wet ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined—a few streaks of flour are okay. If using mix-ins, fold them in now.
  5. Divide batter evenly among the 6 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake on the middle rack for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Tops should be golden and spring back when lightly touched.
  7. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra domed tops, let the batter rest for 10 minutes before baking. If your muffins stick to the liners, try parchment liners next time. Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Check pumpkin puree for excess moisture and blot if necessary.

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