Bring the fall café vibes home with this easy Starbucks pumpkin muffin recipe, soft, moist, and perfectly spiced with a creamy center that tastes just like your favorite bakery treat.
📋 Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; do not overmix.
- Fill muffin cups ¾ full. Add 1 tsp of cream cheese filling in the center of each.
- Bake 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the side comes out clean.
- Cool and enjoy warm with coffee.
💡 Tips
For extra crunch, top the muffins with a sprinkle of brown sugar or chopped pecans before baking. Store them in an airtight container for up to three days , they stay moist and flavorful.
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?
Yes, just puree and strain it to remove excess moisture.
Q: How do I make them more like Starbucks?
Add a cream cheese dollop and a sprinkle of streusel topping for that signature touch.
