Description
Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffins are a scrumptious fall treat that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie spice with a delightful crumb topping and sweet maple icing. These soft and moist muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an indulgent afternoon snack. Their unique texture, with a crunchy topping contrasting beautifully against the tender muffin base, makes them an irresistible choice for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy day at home, these muffins are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 and 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (for topping)
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 1 and 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (for icing)
- 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup (for icing)
- 2 Tablespoons milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and prepare muffin pans.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix canola oil, sugars, pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until well combined; fold into dry ingredients.
- Fill muffin liners with batter nearly to the top.
- For the topping, combine additional flour, sugars, and melted butter until crumbly; sprinkle over batter.
- Bake for 5 minutes at high temperature then reduce to 350°F (177°C) for another 16–17 minutes. Cool slightly before icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 179mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 29mg