Rustic Pumpkin Streusel Muffins: Easy Fall Baking (Print Version)
Bake warm Pumpkin Streusel Muffins this fall! My easy recipe brings soft pumpkin spice and crunchy streusel for a truly comforting treat. Perfect for breakfast.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Muffin Base Ingredients
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1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
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½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Wet & Rich Elements
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1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin puree
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2 large eggs
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½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
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¼ cup (60ml) milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Streusel Topping
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½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
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¼ cup (50g) packed light brown sugar
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ cup (56g) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
# Instructions:
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First things first, get your oven preheating to 400°F (200°C). Then, line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or give it a good spray with non-stick stuff. Honestly, I always forget to do this until the batter is ready, and then it’s a frantic scramble. Don't be me! This step ensures your Pumpkin Streusel Muffins don't stick.
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In a big bowl, whisk together your flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Give it a good, thorough whisk to make sure everything is evenly distributed. There's nothing worse than a bite of muffin that's mostly baking soda, trust me, I've been there and it's not fun. This ensures a consistent texture for your Pumpkin Streusel Muffins.
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In a separate bowl, whisk your pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until it's all smooth and beautifully orange. I love seeing that vibrant color; it just smells like fall already! Make sure those eggs are fully incorporated, no eggy streaks allowed.
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Now, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula just until *just* combined. Seriously, stop as soon as there are no more dry streaks. Lumps are okay! Overmixing is the enemy of fluffy muffins; it develops the gluten too much, making them tough. I always remind myself, 'gentle, gentle,' otherwise my Pumpkin Streusel Muffins get rubbery.
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In a small bowl, combine the streusel flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Then, add the cold, cubed butter. Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until you have coarse crumbs. It should look like wet sand with some pea-sized pieces. This is where the magic happens, giving your Pumpkin Streusel Muffins that irresistible crunch!
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Divide the muffin batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups. Then, generously sprinkle that glorious streusel topping over each muffin. Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes at 400°F (200°C), then reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. That initial high heat gives your Pumpkin Streusel Muffins a beautiful dome, honestly!
# Notes:
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Don't overmix your batter; lumpy batter makes for tender muffins.
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For longer freshness, store muffins in an airtight container with a paper towel.
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If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, make your own with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
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Serving these with a hot cup of coffee on a chilly morning is my absolute favorite.
# Tools You'll Need:
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12-cup muffin tin
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paper liners
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large mixing bowls
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whisk
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spatula
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pastry blender (optional)
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 280
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 33g
Protein: 4g