When the leaves start to fall and the air turns crisp, nothing beats a warm, fresh-from-the-oven Spiced Pumpkin Muffin. These muffins are incredibly soft, perfectly sweet, and filled with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whether you enjoy them plain, topped with a sprinkle of sugar, or slathered with cream cheese, they’re a must-bake for pumpkin season.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Muffins
- Super Moist Texture – Thanks to pumpkin puree and the perfect balance of ingredients.
- Perfectly Spiced – A blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves delivers true autumn flavor.
- Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes, no mixer required.
- Great for Freezing – Make a big batch and enjoy all season long.
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Makes about 12 muffins)
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugars, oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
4. Fill & Bake
Divide the batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Cool & Enjoy
Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Optional Toppings
- Coarse Sugar – Sprinkle before baking for a crunchy top.
- Cream Cheese Frosting – For a dessert-like muffin.
- Streusel Crumble – Mix butter, flour, sugar, and cinnamon for a bakery-style topping.
Pro Tips
- Use Fresh Spices – For the most fragrant, flavorful muffins.
- Don’t Overmix – Keeps muffins tender and fluffy.
- Double the Batch – These freeze beautifully for up to 2 months.
Storage
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze and thaw overnight at room temperature.
Why This Recipe Works
The combination of pumpkin puree and warm spices creates a muffin that’s moist, fluffy, and full of fall charm. The oil-based batter keeps them tender, while the sugar balances the earthy pumpkin flavor.
More Pumpkin Bakes to Try
- Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins – A swirl of cheesecake in every bite.
- Pumpkin Streusel Bread – Sweet crumb topping on a spiced loaf.
- Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake – Perfect for pairing with a latte.
These Irresistible Spiced Pumpkin Muffins are everything you want in a fall bake—soft, flavorful, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Bake a batch this week, and your kitchen will smell like autumn in no time.