PUMPKIN WHOLE WHEAT MUFFIN WITH HONEY AND SPICE
This Pumpkin Whole Wheat Muffin With Honey And Spice is a warm and spiced treat perfect for autumn mornings or an afternoon snack made with whole wheat flour, baking powder and natural sweeteners. It provides the comfort of a traditional pumpkin muffin in a convenient single portion. Pumpkin purée and pumpkin spice blend together to create a soft and moist texture with just the right amount of sweetness from honey or maple syrup. This Pumpkin Whole Wheat Muffin With Honey And Spiceis ideal for satisfying a quick craving without the need to bake an entire batch, ready in just minutes. It’s low-fat and full of seasonal flavour, which can be customised with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Dessert
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
Bake
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Low Fat, High Fibre, Quick & Easy, Vegetarian
DISH TYPE
Cupcake
INGREDIENTS
The following ingredients are required for the preparation of Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffin With Honey Warm Spices:
- 30 grams | 1.06 ounces |⅛ cup pumpkin purée
- 15 grams | 0.53 ounces | ⅛ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 gram | 0.04 ounces | ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 7 grams | 0.25 ounces | 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 gram | 0.04 ounces | ¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 162 kilocalories
- Fat: 2.7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams
- Carbohydrate: 32.2 grams
- Sugar: 12.6 grams
- Fibre: 3.1 grams
- Protein: 4.0 grams
- Sodium: 83 milligrams
- Calcium: 41 milligrams
- Iron: 1.1 milligrams
- Potassium: 220 milligrams
PREPARATION
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 180 degrees Celsius to ensure even baking and a perfect muffin texture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine pumpkin purée, whole wheat flour, baking powder, honey or maple syrup and pumpkin spice. Stir until well-blended, creating a thick batter.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a small oven-safe ramekin or muffin mould to prevent sticking. Pour the batter into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the centre. If it comes out clean, the muffin is ready.
- Cool And Enjoy: Allow the muffin to cool slightly before removing from the dish. Enjoy warm, plain or with a dollop of Greek yoghurt or a sprinkle of nuts.
PREPARATION TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
15 minutes
TIPS
Here are some tips for the preparation of Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffin With Honey Warm Spices:
- Adjust Sweetness: For a slightly sweeter muffin, add a bit more honey or maple syrup.
- Prevent Overbaking: Check the muffin at the 12-minute mark to avoid dryness because baking time may vary slightly with different ovens.
- Use Pumpkin Spice Blend: If you don’t have pumpkin spice, use a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger for a similar effect.
VARIATIONS
- Nutty Addition: Add a teaspoon of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for a crunchy texture.
- Chocolate Twist: Stir in a few dark chocolate chips for a more decadent and indulgent treat.
- Coconut Flavour: Add ½ teaspoon of shredded coconut for a tropical note that pairs well with the pumpkin.
- Extra Spice: Sprinkle a pinch of extra cinnamon on top before baking for added aroma.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Refrigerate: Store leftover muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the microwave if desired.
- Freezer: Wrap the baked muffin tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 1 month and reheat in the microwave before eating.
