Description
These 25-Minute Healthy Pumpkin Muffins are quick to make and deliciously satisfying, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to substitute the whole wheat flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg