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Incorporating nuts into your Sinfully Spiced Baked Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins can elevate the overall flavor and texture of the baked goods. Walnuts and pecans are excellent choices, bringing a delightful crunch and a rich, nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the chocolate and the warmth of the spices. If you choose to add nuts, aim for about half a cup, finely chopped, to ensure they blend seamlessly into the batter without overpowering the other ingredients. Toasting the nuts lightly before adding them can enhance their flavor, giving your muffins an extra layer of depth.

Baked Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Embrace the flavors of fall with these Sinfully Spiced Baked Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins. Perfectly blending the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with rich chocolate and warm spices, these muffins are both comforting and indulgent. They're easy to make and ideal for breakfast, snacks, or special gatherings. Packed with vitamins and fiber, they offer a guilt-free treat that evokes nostalgic autumn moments. Bake a batch and fill your home with delightful aromas this season!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

    Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until well blended. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

      Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt, ensuring there are no lumps.

        Combine Mixtures: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; avoid over-mixing.

          Add Chocolate: Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

            Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.

              Bake: Place the muffin tray in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few crumbs are okay).

                Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy your deliciously spiced pumpkin chocolate chip muffins with a warm beverage or as a delightful snack!

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 35 min | 12 muffins