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As autumn settles in, it’s the perfect time to bring out all things pumpkin. Whether it’s the cool, crisp air or the vibrant leaves, fall is a season made for cozy recipes, and these Pumpkin Streusel Muffins are just the treat to embrace the season! They’re soft, warmly spiced, and topped with a buttery streusel that makes every bite feel like a little celebration of fall.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
These muffins are everything you could want from a fall recipe: sweet but not too sweet, soft and fluffy, and packed with comforting spices. They’re perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Plus, the streusel topping gives them an irresistible crunch that complements the moist, pumpkin-spiced muffin underneath.
Ingredients
To make these muffins, you’ll need a few pantry staples, plus some seasonal pumpkin spice! Here’s what you’ll need:
For the Muffins:
– ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
– ½ cup sugar
– ¼ cup light brown sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 2 Tbsp milk
– 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
– 1 ¼ cups all-purpose or gluten-free flour
– ¾ tsp baking powder
– ¾ tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 2 tsp pumpkin spice
– ½ tsp cinnamon
For the Streusel Topping:
– 1 cup all-purpose or gluten-free flour
– ½ cup light brown sugar
– â…“ cup sugar
– ¾ tsp cinnamon
– 6 Tbsp salted butter, melted and cooled
Baking Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth. Whisk in the eggs, then add the pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined (be careful not to overmix!).
5. To make the streusel topping, mix together the flour, brown sugar, sugar, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter, stirring until crumbly.
6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool slightly before enjoying.
Enjoy the Warmth of Fall
These Pumpkin Streusel Muffins are the kind of treat that fills the whole house with the cozy scents of cinnamon and pumpkin. They’re quick to make, deliciously comforting, and an easy way to make any autumn day feel special.
So, grab your favorite fall sweater, brew a cup of tea or coffee, and settle in with one (or two!) of these muffins. They’re best enjoyed fresh from the oven, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for a few days. Happy baking!