Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins

Indulge in the perfect blend of autumnal warmth and chocolaty decadence with these irresistible Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins! Packed with rich cocoa and velvety pumpkin puree, these moist and fluffy treats are spiced to perfection with pumpkin pie spice for a cozy fall flavor. A touch of brown sugar adds depth to the sweetness, while the optional chocolate chips bring a gooey burst of indulgence in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience or enjoy them at room temperature for a hearty and satisfying treat. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you're craving a seasonal twist on a classic muffin recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cups Pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Pumpkin pie spice
• 0.25 cups Milk (any kind)
• 0.75 cups Chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense muffins.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm for a gooey chocolate treat, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1157.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3557.4

Total Fat 177.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 381.9mg	0%
Sodium 2518.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 519.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.9g	0%
Total Sugars 280.1g
Protein 63.7g	0%

Vitamin D 110IU	0%
Calcium 523.2mg	0%
Iron 38.2mg	0%
Potassium 3178.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 52.9%