Name: Pumpkin Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 3/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for pan; 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour, spooned and leveled; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 cups pumpkin puree; 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 3 large eggs; 1 cup turbinado sugar, plus 2 tablespoons more for sprinkling; 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts

Pumpkin Muffins | Whole Living Eat Well

Published on January 5, 2025

Last updated on February 19, 2025

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Start your day with these delicious Pumpkin Muffins that combine wholesome ingredients with the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spice. Made with both whole-wheat and all-purpose flour, these muffins are hearty yet tender, perfect for breakfast or a snack. The addition of walnuts adds a delightful crunch, while turbinado sugar gives the tops a sweet, crispy finish.

Pumpkin Muffins

Course: Breakfast, SnacksCuisine: American

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

280

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Soft and moist pumpkin muffins infused with warm spices, offering a cozy and delicious treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

3/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour, spooned and leveled
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups pumpkin puree
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
3 large eggs
1 cup turbinado sugar, plus 2 tablespoons more for sprinkling
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush 12 jumbo muffin tins (each with a 1-cup capacity) with oil; set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk flours, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda; set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk oil, pumpkin puree, yogurt, eggs, and 1 cup sugar to combine; add 1 cup walnuts and reserved dry ingredients. Mix just until moistened (do not overmix).
Divide evenly and spoon batter into muffin tins; sprinkle tops with remaining walnuts and sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool 5 minutes in pan.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Fat: 10 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Protein: 3 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 14 g

These Pumpkin Muffins are the perfect blend of warm, spiced pumpkin flavor and wholesome, nutty goodness. With a soft, tender crumb and the crunch of walnuts, they’re a satisfying choice for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Enjoy the comforting taste of fall all year round with these delicious muffins!