🎃 🍂 Pumpkin Streusel Muffins 🎃 🍂
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No matter what season it is these will ALWAYS be my go to muffin!
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
⭐️1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
⭐️1 teaspoon baking soda
⭐️½ teaspoon baking powder
⭐️½ teaspoon salt
⭐️1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
⭐️½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
⭐️¾ cup granulated sugar
⭐️½ cup brown sugar (packed)
⭐️2 large eggs
⭐️1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
⭐️½ cup vegetable oil
⭐️¼ cup milk (any kind)
⭐️1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Streusel Topping:
⭐️½ cup all-purpose flour
⭐️¼ cup brown sugar
⭐️½ teaspoon cinnamon
⭐️4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Instructions
⭐️Preheat & Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.
⭐️Make the Streusel:
In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the melted butter with a fork or your fingers until it forms wet like sand
⭐️Make the Muffin Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
⭐️Fill the Muffin Tin:
Divide the batter evenly between the 12 muffin cups. Each should be about ¾ full.
⭐️Add the Streusel:
Generously sprinkle the streusel topping on each muffin.
⭐️Bake:
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
⭐️Cool:
Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
ENJOY 😊
Of course if you try my recipe be sure to take a picture and show meeeee!!!!
If you're looking to elevate your pumpkin streusel muffins even further, consider a few tips and variations that can make your baking experience more fun and delicious. First, the pumpkin puree used in the recipe is key to moist and flavorful muffins. Using canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling) ensures the perfect texture and pumpkin taste. For a fresher twist, you can roast your own pumpkin and puree it, which adds a slightly earthier flavor while keeping the natural sweetness. The streusel topping, made from flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter, provides a delightful crunchy contrast to the soft muffin interior. For extra texture, try adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel mix. This not only adds a nutty flavor but also gives an appealing crunch. Experimenting with spices can customize your muffins to your taste. While cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice are classic, you might add a pinch of nutmeg, ginger, or cloves to enhance the autumnal spice profile. Remember that pumpkin pie spice is typically a blend of these spices, but adjusting them individually can make a difference. To add more depth of flavor, some bakers stir in a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey into the wet ingredients. This natural sweetener complements pumpkin and spices wonderfully. For those who enjoy a bit of zest, a teaspoon of orange zest added to the batter or streusel topping can brighten the muffins and add a subtle citrus note. When baking, avoid overmixing the batter since that can make the muffins dense. Stir only until the ingredients are just combined; lumps are okay as they ensure tenderness. Once baked, you can drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a bit of milk or orange juice over the cooled muffins for extra sweetness and visual appeal. These pumpkin streusel muffins make a wonderful breakfast or snack during the fall season or any time you crave comforting baked goods. They pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or chai tea. Enjoy making these seasonal treats and don’t forget to share your baking photos and variations to inspire others who love pumpkin recipes as much as you do!