Healthier Pumpkin Muffins
Our healthier pumpkin muffins are filled with the flavors of fall, and made with applesauce instead of oil. Perfect for school lunches, quick breakfasts, or an afternoon snack.
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 220kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
- Topping: 2 T. sugar + 2 tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients (flour, sugar, spices, baking soda, baking powder, salt).
- Add eggs, applesauce, vanilla, and pumpkin.
- Give batter a nice stir. Stir in nuts (optional).
- Line a muffin pan with 12 baking liners. Divide batter into 12 muffin liners. Sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes (or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean). Let muffins cool in muffin pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
Notes
Store in an air tight container at room temperature up to 3 days. Can also be stored in the freezer for a month or two.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal