Spiced Pumpkin Fruit Muffins
Delight in the cozy flavors of autumn with these Spiced Pumpkin Fruit Muffins! This quick bread recipe combines the warmth of pumpkin puree with a medley of dried fruits, nuts, and seasonal spices. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or sharing with family and friends during festive gatherings, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with nutrition. The optional chocolate chunks add a sweet surprise, making these muffins a must-try for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a tasty treat any time of day, these muffins are sure to become a new favorite.
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Servings
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Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 cup (all-purpose)
bran flakes
1 1/2 cups (or decrease and add oats)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups (canned or homemade)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
baking soda
1 teaspoon
eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
sour cream
2 tablespoons
molasses
1 tablespoon
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (or ground mace)
ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon
ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon
nuts
1/4 cup (chopped)
dried fruits
1/2 cup (such as raisins or apricots)
fresh cranberries
1/4 cup (halved)
semisweet chocolate chunks
1/4 cup (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a muffin pan with cooking spray or line it with muffin liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, bran flakes, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg (or mace), cloves, and ginger until well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the brown sugar and mix until fully dissolved and well incorporated.
4
Stir in the pumpkin puree, followed by the sour cream and molasses until the mixture is smooth.
5
Gently fold in the dried fruits, nuts, and chocolate chunks (if using) into the wet mixture.
6
Carefully combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until no dry flour remains; do not overmix.
7
Finally, fold in the fresh cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8
Scoop the muffin batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11
Enjoy your Spiced Pumpkin Fruit Muffins warm or at room temperature, and share with loved ones!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor of these muffins?
The muffins feature cozy autumn flavors combining pumpkin puree with seasonal spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What ingredients are whisked together in the large mixing bowl?
You should whisk together flour, bran flakes, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg (or mace), cloves, and ginger.
How should I prepare the muffin pan?
Lightly spray the muffin pan with cooking spray or line it with muffin liners.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 2 eggs, which should be lightly beaten.
What type of sugar is used in Spiced Pumpkin Fruit Muffins?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
Can I use homemade pumpkin puree?
Yes, you can use either canned or homemade pumpkin puree.
What dairy product is added to the wet mixture?
Sour cream is added to the wet mixture to help keep the muffins moist.
Is molasses included in this recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of molasses is stirred into the wet mixture.
Can I substitute bran flakes with anything else?
Yes, you can decrease the amount of bran flakes and add oats instead.
What types of dried fruits are recommended?
The recipe suggests using dried fruits such as raisins or apricots.
Are nuts included in the Spiced Pumpkin Fruit Muffins?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 cup of chopped nuts.
Is chocolate an ingredient in these muffins?
Semisweet chocolate chunks are an optional addition for a sweet surprise.
How should I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Carefully combine them by mixing just until no dry flour remains, being careful not to overmix.
When should I add the fresh cranberries?
Fold in the fresh halved cranberries last, after the wet and dry ingredients are combined.
How full should I fill the muffin cups?
Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter.
What is the total baking time?
The muffins should bake for 20 to 30 minutes.
How do I check if the muffins are fully cooked?
Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they are done.
How long should the muffins cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are described as perfect for breakfast, snacks, or festive gatherings.
What type of flour is required?
The recipe uses 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
What spices provide the 'spiced' flavor?
The flavor comes from ground cinnamon, nutmeg or mace, ground cloves, and ground ginger.
Do I need to chop the fresh cranberries?
Yes, the fresh cranberries should be halved.
What is the texture of these muffins?
The muffins are described as moist and flavorful.
Can I serve these muffins warm?
Yes, they can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 17 ingredients total, including the optional chocolate chunks.
What kind of chocolate is used?
The recipe suggests semisweet chocolate chunks.
How should the brown sugar be mixed?
It should be mixed with the lightly beaten eggs until fully dissolved.
Is this a quick bread recipe?
Yes, it is categorized as a quick bread muffin recipe.
Are these muffins good for sharing?
Yes, they are ideal for sharing with family and friends during festive gatherings.