Description
Pumpkin Streusel Muffins are a fall-inspired pastry made with a moist pumpkin batter that’s spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a pinch of cloves. The muffins are topped with a buttery brown sugar streusel crumble that adds a delightful crunch. For those looking for an extra indulgent treat, a glaze made of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla can be drizzled over the muffins once they’re cooled.
Ingredients
🥣 For the Muffins:
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground nutmeg
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¼ tsp ground ginger
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¼ tsp ground cloves (optional, for extra warmth)
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1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
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½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp milk or buttermilk
🍂 For the Streusel Topping:
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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½ tsp cinnamon
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¼ cup cold butter, cubed
🍶 Optional Glaze (for extra indulgence):
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp milk
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¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven:
Heat to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well. -
Make the streusel:
In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut in cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly.
Chill while preparing the muffin batter. -
Mix dry ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. -
Mix wet ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, sugars, oil, eggs, vanilla, and milk until smooth. -
Combine:
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
(Don’t overmix — a few lumps are okay.) -
Fill muffin cups:
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups (about ¾ full).
Sprinkle a generous amount of streusel topping over each. -
Bake:
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. -
Cool and glaze (optional):
Let muffins cool slightly. Drizzle with the vanilla glaze if desired.
Notes
These pumpkin streusel muffins are soft, spiced, and topped with a delightful crunchy crumble — perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a cozy autumn treat. Serve warm with a cup of coffee or tea for an extra comforting experience.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 280
Keywords: Pumpkin Muffins, Streusel Muffins, Fall Muffins, Pumpkin Spice Muffins