Description
Pumpkin and chocolate are the ultimate cozy combo—and these muffins bring all that flavor with a lighter, more wholesome twist. Applesauce replaces some of the oil, sugar is kept in check, and a sneaky bit of vanilla pudding keeps things super tender. With a warm cinnamon aroma and gooey chocolate chips in every bite, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or sharing around a cozy table.
Ingredients
Cooking spray
1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
1 egg
2/3 cup white sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup applesauce
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (1 oz) pkg sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 (6 oz) pkg semisweet chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, egg, sugar, oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, pudding mix, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.
Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Fold in most of the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top.
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups and top with remaining chips.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g