Name: Easy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 18 muffins
Cuisine: American

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January 26, 2026

These Easy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins are fluffy, moist and filled with the perfect combination of spices, real pumpkin purée, and plenty of chocolate chips!

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Easy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line muffin tins with 18 muffin liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Stir in the chocolate chips. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir just until no streaks of flour remain.

Scoop into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup to the top and distributing between all 18 cups. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top. Bake muffins in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Spice Bloom Technique 🌶️
Toast the ground spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger) in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to the batter to intensify their aromatic flavors and depth.
Chocolate Chip Distribution Magic 🍫
Toss chocolate chips in a tablespoon of flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking and ensure even distribution throughout the muffins.
Moisture Lock-In Method 💧
Use full-fat plain yogurt or sour cream to guarantee ultra-moist muffins, and avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough texture.
Top Sprinkle Technique ✨
Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top of the muffins just before baking to create a beautiful, professional-looking finish with melted chocolate peaks.
Perfect Pumpkin Measurement 🥣
Always drain excess liquid from canned pumpkin purée by placing it in a fine-mesh strainer for 15 minutes to prevent watery muffins.