Description
Warm, cozy, and packed with autumn flavors, these Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Muffins are the ultimate quick breakfast or snack. Fluffy on the inside with a golden cinnamon-sugar crust on top, they come together in just under 30 minutes and are perfect for everything from easy breakfast ideas to simple dessert treats. Made with real pumpkin puree and a blend of aromatic spices, this easy recipe is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen for fall baking and beyond. Whether you’re looking for healthy snack options, food ideas for brunch, or delicious dinner ideas with a sweet finish, these muffins check every box.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Don’t overmix.
5. Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle over each muffin.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Be careful not to overmix the batter, or the muffins may turn out dense.
Use room temperature eggs and milk for smoother blending and better texture.
The cinnamon sugar topping adds flavor and crunch—don’t skip it!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: quick breakfast, pumpkin muffins, fall recipes, easy dessert, healthy snack