Description
Pumpkin Chai Muffins are a delightful autumn treat that combines the flavors of pumpkin and chai spices, making them perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons chai spice blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, brown sugar, chai spice blend, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the pumpkin puree and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, folding gently to avoid overmixing. Add walnuts if desired.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tins, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For gluten-free muffins, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- For vegan muffins, replace eggs with flaxseed meal or chia seeds and use a plant-based oil.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Chai Muffins, Autumn Treat, Baking, Muffins, Pumpkin Recipes