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Pumpkin Muffins


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 34 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious pumpkin muffins made with Greek yogurt and spices, perfect for a cozy treat.


Ingredients

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  • 240 g pumpkin puree (pure pumpkin, not pie filling)
  • 180 g plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 60 ml maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 120 g all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 60 g vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1 teaspoons baking powder (fresh)
  • 0 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 0 teaspoon salt
  • 0 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin tin with paper liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t overmix.
  4. If using chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Use an ice cream scoop for easier filling.
  6. Bake for 20 to 24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and tops are golden.
  7. Let muffins cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best results, use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • Allow the muffins to cool completely for texture and taste before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg