Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Delight in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with these sugar-free pumpkin spice muffins, a healthier twist on a seasonal classic! Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, naturally sweet pumpkin puree, and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins are packed with flavor while being free of refined sugar. A blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves gives them that signature pumpkin spice flair, while optional chopped nuts add a satisfying crunch. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or a guilt-free treat, these muffins are easy to whip up in just 35 minutes. Enjoy all the autumn vibes without compromise with this wholesome, naturally sweetened recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another medium bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

If using, gently fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your delicious, sugar-free pumpkin spice muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(853.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444.5

Total Fat 63.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 387.9mg	0%
Sodium 2802.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 49.8g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 424.6mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1908.2mg	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: 37.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 49.8%