Get ready to transform your kitchen into a cozy autumn paradise with these mouthwatering Pumpkin Muffins with Streusel Topping! Imagine biting into a perfectly spiced, incredibly moist muffin that's crowned with a buttery, crumbly streusel that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you're a pumpkin spice enthusiast or just looking for the ultimate fall breakfast treat, these muffins are about to become your new obsession. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, you'll have a batch of bakery-quality muffins that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for streusel)
- 1/4 cup flour (for streusel)
- 1/4 cup butter, softened (for streusel)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough muffins.
- For the streusel topping, combine brown sugar, flour, and softened butter in a small bowl. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and resembles coarse sand.
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin, covering the entire surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your eggs and other wet ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense muffins.
- Streusel Secrets: For the most crumbly streusel, make sure your butter is softened but not melted. Use your fingers to create those perfect, sandy crumbs.
- Freshness Test: To check if muffins are done, insert a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Storage Hack: To keep muffins fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze for up to a month and reheat briefly before serving.
- Customize Your Muffins: Feel free to add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze to make these muffins uniquely yours!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg
