Description
These soft, fluffy pumpkin muffins are coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet, spiced treat that tastes just like a donut. Perfect for fall mornings or anytime you’re craving a cozy, pumpkin-flavored snack.
Ingredients
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For the Muffins:
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
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Pinch of cloves
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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15 oz can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs (room temperature)
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
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Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Divide the batter evenly into the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the cinnamon sugar coating, mix the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a shallow bowl.
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Dip each cooled muffin into the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
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Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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These muffins are best served the day they are made, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
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You can substitute the vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
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For extra spice, you can add a bit more cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter or coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pumpkin Muffins, Donut Muffins, Cinnamon Sugar, Fall Baking, Pumpkin Spice, Cozy Muffins, Pumpkin Desserts, Breakfast Muffins