I’ve never been a fan of pumpkin pie, but I do often enjoy other baked goods that contain pumpkin. I think it is because I enjoy a hint of pumpkin flavor, but not the in-your-face pumpkin flavor that characterizes pumpkin pie. This fall I’m enjoying subtle pumpkin flavor in these Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups flour (I use white whole wheat)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup pureed pumpkin
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, warmed so it is in a liquid state
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar. Add the pumpkin, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix well. Stir the pumpkin mixture into the dry ingredients just until moistened (the batter will be thick). Fold in the cranberries.
Fill lightly greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for about 5 minutes before removing from the pans. Yield: 2 dozen muffins.
Notes
I’m a little embarrassed to admit that the first time I made these they only lasted two days. We ate them that quickly!
They are great for breakfast or for a snack. They are moist and flavorful, but not overly sweet. The tart flavor of the cranberries is a perfect complement for the pumpkin. I like to spread a little butter on mine, but they’re also pretty tasty when left plain. Enjoying these muffins may become a fall tradition for us!
Do you enjoy baked goods that contain pumpkin? Which are your favorites?
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I feel that same way about pumpkin pie!
These do sound better. We’re serving brunch on Thanksgiving day, so I think I’ll add these to the menu.
Hi Rosie,
They will be perfect for your brunch! I think you’ll like their subtle pumpkin flavor.
These look delicious! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Lexie. They are very good. I hope you get to try them!
Yummy! My little guy loves muffins and these look perfect for fall!
My little gal is a fan of muffins, too, Carlee. I hope you guys enjoy them!
Mmmmm. Look and sound delicious! Definitely going on the list of recipes to try!
I hope you get to try them. Enjoy!
These look great. Have you tried it in bread form? That’s normally my preference over muffins.
I have made it in loaf pans instead of muffin tins. It has to bake longer, so it does get a little crisp around the edges, but it works out well otherwise.
Looks incredible I may try this recipe!!!
I hope you get to try the muffins, Sophia!