Craving the taste of those oh-so-popular Starbucks Pumpkin Muffins? You’re in luck! This recipe captures that cozy, spiced flavor you love, perfect for enjoying with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat. Imagine biting into a moist, tender muffin with a warm blend of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg – it’s like autumn in every bite.
These Starbucks Pumpkin Muffins are incredibly easy to make at home, allowing you to enjoy a bakery-style delight without ever having to leave your kitchen. They’re not only fluffy and satisfying but also bursting with pumpkin goodness that elevates your snacking experience.
The Ultimate Pumpkin Muffins Inspired by Starbucks
These homemade Starbucks Pumpkin Muffins are perfectly spiced, incredibly moist, and have a delightful sweetness that makes them a must-bake during the fall season. With the combination of pumpkin puree and warm spices, this muffin has a taste that is both comforting and festive.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 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 salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Add Mix-ins: Fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips if using.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
