Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins are the perfect bite-sized treat for fall, combining the warm, spiced flavors of pumpkin with the sweet indulgence of chocolate chips. These moist and fluffy muffins are ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, with the pumpkin puree adding a delightful softness and the chocolate providing a rich contrast. Easy to whip up and packed with seasonal flavor, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite during pumpkin season—or any time you crave a sweet, spiced treat.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil (or melted butter), eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins as a delightful, bite-sized fall treat that’s perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself!
