Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
Delightful Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with rich chocolate, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a bowl until blended.
- Prepare dry ingredients by whisking flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Divide the batter in half and add chocolate chips to one half.
- Create a marbled effect by spooning both batters into the muffin tin and swirling gently.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder. Ensure baking powder and soda are fresh for best results.