Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between my breakfasts and desserts! I usually like a sweet breakfast and these Pumpkin Muffins makes them perfect for the morning.
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I’ve always had a sweet tooth. When I was a kid I’d often get donuts or sugary cereal for breakfast. I clearly remember going to the donut shop and getting a long John and a can of coke. Even when I make a savory breakfast, like my Breakfast Hash, I’ll want something sweet to follow.
I created these Pumpkin Muffins because I’m yearning for the cooler temperatures of fall. I didn’t want them to be super sweet and only appropriate for dessert. I wanted these Pumpkin Muffins to be a bit heartier and suitable for breakfast, even for people without a sweet tooth like me.
With or Without Chocolate Chips
With chocolate chips the Pumpkin Muffins are a decadent dessert. Without chocolate chips they are a delicious breakfast that pairs well with fruit and a cup of coffee (for the grown ups).
My husband is not a fan of chocolate so I’ll often scoop out half of the batter then pour chocolate chips into the remaining batter so we are both happy.
Allergy-Friendly
Like most of my recipes, these muffins are allergy-friendly. They are gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free. I use a gluten-free flour blend from Jewel’s Bakery (but you can use your favorite gluten-free blend) and dairy-free chocolate chips. I also use a peanut butter substitute. It has the look and feel of peanut butter and tastes comparable considering there are not nuts. It’s perfect for families with a peanut allergy.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins
We’ve been enjoying these muffins for breakfast, after school snacks and desserts. You can’t really go wrong with these Pumpkin Muffins!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Peanut Butter alternative (or peanut butter if you don’t have an allergy)
- 1 15 oz can of pumpkin
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Measure out ½ cup peanut butter alternative into a microwave safe bowl and microwave it for 20 seconds.
- Pour in the 15 oz can of pumpkin and plant-based milk, stir very well.
- Dump in the sugar and vanilla then stir again.
- Sprinkle all of the spices, salt, and baking soda into the batter.
- Pour in the gluten-free flour blend and mix everything together. After everything is mixed together you may add chocolate chips if desired.
- Spray cooking oil into muffin pan and scoop batter into muffin cups.
- Bake for 30 minutes (you can test at 25) but allow to cool for 10 minutes at least.
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins
With chocolate chips the Pumpkin Muffins are a decadent dessert. Without chocolate chips they are a delicious breakfast that pairs well with fruit and a cup of coffee (for the grown ups).
Ingredients
- ½ cup Peanut Butter alternative (or peanut butter if you don't have an allergy)
- 1 15 oz can of pumpkin
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Measure out ½ cup peanut butter alternative into a microwave safe bowl and microwave it for 20 seconds.
- Pour in the 15 oz can of pumpkin and plant-based milk, stir very well.
- Dump in the sugar and vanilla then stir again.
- Sprinkle all of the spices, salt, and baking soda into the batter.
- Pour in the gluten-free flour blend and mix everything together. After everything is mixed together you may add chocolate chips if desired.
- Spray cooking oil into muffin pan and scoop batter into muffin cups.
- Bake for 30 minutes (you can test at 25) but allow to cool for 10 minutes at least.
djspe says
These look amazing! Can’t wait to try, thank you for the recipe!!
Jen says
It shouldn’t be a problem to sub regular flour and regular peanut butter into the recipe right?
Holly says
Jen,
I haven’t tried it yet but it shouldn’t be a problem. The batter might be a little wetter because GF flours are really dry. Maybe wait to add the soy milk until the end to see if you need it.
Jaime says
I would like to know the same as Jen. Can I sub regular whole wheat flour and peanut butter in this recipe? I looks delicious and I am always keeping an eye out for new breakfast ideas.
Holly says
Hi Jamie,
I just answered Jen’s question. The only difference with whole wheat compared to plain white flour is it’s a little dryer. You shouldn’t need to make any liquid changes.
I hope you love it!
Ashley Mauceri says
The chocolate sounds delicious! Thanks for the chance to win.
Courtney says
I’d like to try the plain/original!
jujubee777 says
i’d love to try the original
Janet says
Sounds delicious. I’d love to win!
runningmama81 says
The unsweetened soy nut butter!
Tamrah T. says
When we were searching for a peanut butter alternative, soy nut butter was our favorite and I.M Healthy brand made the top pick.
Sara B says
How many can you eat at once?
Holly says
Lol Sara! I’ll never tell!
Amanda McMurtrie says
My girls will love these! Thank you for sharing ?We love all of your recipes.