Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffins
Moist and flavorful Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffins with a buttery, crunchy topping. Perfect for fall or any time you want a delicious pumpkin-spiced treat with a tender crumb and satisfying texture. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, these muffins bring cozy autumn warmth to your kitchen.
- Author: Sophie
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be gluten-free with gluten-free flour
Muffin Batter
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: Mix together softened butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and cinnamon in a bowl until crumbly. Set aside to use as topping.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves to distribute spices and leavening evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs with granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth and well blended.
- Bring Wet and Dry Together: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to keep the batter tender and light.
- Fill the Muffin Cups: Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it. Spoon the batter evenly into each muffin cup. Generously sprinkle the prepared crumb topping on each.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the crumb topping is golden brown.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for easier mixing and fluffier muffins.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.
- Use fresh ground spices for the best flavor.
- Measure flour by spooning lightly into the cup for accurate results.
- Check muffins a few minutes before the suggested bake time, as ovens vary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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