Description
Cake Mix Pumpkin Spice Muffins are a delightful autumn treat that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices. These fluffy muffins are simple to make, making them perfect for busy mornings or cozy gatherings. With each bite, you’ll experience a sweet celebration of fall that can be enjoyed plain or topped with cream cheese frosting for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow or spice cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice mix (or blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the cake mix and pumpkin spice mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, gently stir in chocolate chips.
- Fill each muffin liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 179
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 27mg