These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins combine the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with rich chocolate chips for the ultimate fall treat. Soft, moist, and perfectly sweet, they’re a must-try recipe for cozy mornings or after-dinner treats.
Table of Contents
- Ingredients
- Additions, Variations, and Substitutions
- How to Make This Recipe
- Tips for Making Ahead, Leftovers, and Storage
- Serving Suggestions
- Connect with Me
Is there anything more comforting than a warm, freshly baked muffin filled with the flavors of fall? Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are a personal favorite in our house, especially during the cooler months. I whipped these up when a friend was visiting for out of town for the weekend, and I must say they quickly became a hit! With the perfect balance of pumpkin spice and sweet chocolate chips, these muffins are not too sweet, making them a great breakfast option or an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee. They are the kind of treat that feels both homey and indulgent—a perfect balance!
Ingredients
- Flour: All-purpose flour creates the perfect base for these muffins, but you can also swap for gluten-free flour.
- Pumpkin puree: This gives the muffins their moist texture and autumn flavor.
- Chocolate chips: For sweetness and a little indulgence, I recommend white chocolate chips or semisweet chocolate chips.
- Brown sugar: Adds a rich sweetness with a touch of molasses.
- Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg bring warmth to the muffins.
- Eggs, Canola oil, Apple juice: These ingredients provide moisture and structure to the batter.
- Walnuts & shredded coconut: Add texture and extra flavor.
Additions, Variations, and Substitutions
- Gluten-free option: Simply substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Chocolate chips: While semisweet is recommended, feel free to experiment with dark or milk chocolate chips.
- Nuts and seeds: Swap walnuts for pecans or sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.
- Shredded coconut: Optional but adds a subtle tropical note to the muffins. You can also omit it if you prefer a simpler texture.
My Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
Don’t overmix the batter: Stir the wet and dry ingredients together just until combined to avoid tough muffins.
Use room temperature ingredients: Ensures the muffins bake evenly and the ingredients blend together smoothly.
Pumpkin puree: Make sure you’re using pure pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling for the best results.
Extra chocolate chips: Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of the muffin batter before baking for a picture-perfect finish.
How to Make This Recipe
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, canola oil, eggs, apple juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Then fold in the chocolate chips, walnuts, and shredded coconut.
- Scoop the batter: Line a muffin tin with paper liners and divide the batter evenly among 12 cups.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe FAQ
Tips for Making Ahead, Leftovers, and Storage
- Make ahead: You can prepare the muffin batter the night before and store it in the fridge. In the morning, scoop the batter into the muffin tin and bake.
- Leftovers: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze muffins in an airtight bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or microwave for 20-30 seconds to enjoy.
Serving Suggestions
- These muffins are perfect served warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra sweetness.
- Pair them with your morning coffee, or serve as a sweet snack for a fall-themed brunch.
- They also make for a great dessert served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Enjoy these soft and flavorful Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins with your morning coffee or as a delicious fall snack!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup canola oil
- ¼ cup apple juice
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, canola oil, eggs, apple juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, walnuts, and shredded coconut, if using.
- Scoop the Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ of the way.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With over 6 years of creating recipes for your favourite food brands, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts.
