Pumpkin Muffin Recipe

Looking for a delightful and healthy snack? These pumpkin muffins are just the ticket! With a blend of wholesome ingredients and a touch of sweetness, they are perfect for any time of the day. Plus, they are easy to make and ready in about 20 minutes.

Here are a few reasons why these muffins are a hit among the little ones:

1. Delicious Flavor:

The combination of pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg gives these muffins a warm, comforting flavor that children love. The natural sweetness from the pumpkin and banana, along with a hint of vanilla, makes them irresistibly tasty.

2. Soft and Moist Texture:

These muffins are incredibly soft and moist, making them easy for children to eat. The use of vegetable oil and pumpkin puree ensures that each bite is tender and melts in the mouth.

3. Fun and Portable:

Muffins are the perfect size for little hands, making them a fun and convenient snack. Whether for breakfast, a lunchbox treat, or an after-school snack, these muffins are easy to pack and carry.

These pumpkin muffins are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making them a great choice for a healthy snack. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or pack them for a quick bite on the go.

Meal Pattern Contribution: 1 muffin is 1 oz equivalence of grains per serving.

This Pumpkin Muffin Recipe was scaled to 12 servings by the Child Lane Nutrition Program, a CACFP-hosted program that serves 500+ Family Child Care Home Providers in Los Angeles County and Orange County.

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Pumpkin Muffin Recipe

Servings: 12 muffins

Prep time: 20 minutes

Total time: 20-22 minutes

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Ingredients

• WGR Flour | 1.5 cup

• Oats | ½ cup

• Sugar | ½ cup

• Cinnamon | 1 tsp.

• Baking soda | ½ tsp.

• Baking powder | ½ tsp.

• Nutmeg | ½ tsp

• Salt| ½ tsp.

• Eggs | 2 each

• Vanilla | 1 tsp.

• Milk | ¼ cup

• Pumpkin Puree | 1 cup

• Oil, vegetable | ½ cups

• Bananas | 1 each

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.

2. (Dry ingredients): In a large bowl, whisk together flour, oats, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. (Wet ingredients): In a separate bowl, add mashed bananas, eggs, oil, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and milk. Thoroughly mix all ingredients.

4. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until thoroughly combined.

5. Fill muffin tins 3/4 full.

6. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean and dry.

7. Allow muffins to cool before serving.
   

Note: Add 1% milk to make it a creditable snack. Age group 1-5 years old.