3-ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
Looking for the easiest fall dessert to whip up? This 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins recipe is your answer! With just a few simple ingredients, you can have warm, delicious pumpkin muffins ready in no time. Whether you’re prepping for a game day snack, a comfy fall gathering, or just want your house to smell like autumn, these muffins deliver the goods!
This recipe has been a favorite in my home for years, and pumpkin streusel muffins are also delish. I used to make them for my kids, and the moment they came out of the oven, they seemed to disappear!
3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
The sweet aroma of pumpkin spice would fill the kitchen, making it feel like fall had officially arrived. Plus, with only three ingredients, it’s a great recipe to let the kids work on in the kitchen–easy, fun and impossible to mess up.
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Why I love this recipe
- With only three ingredients, these muffins come together in minutes, making them perfect for busy days or last-minute treats.
- This recipe is simple enough for kids to help with, and it’s always a hit when they’re eager to bake something delicious!
- Easy to bake a batch and freeze for later.
Gather these ingredients
- Spice cake mix
- Pumpkin puree – canned
- Butterscotch chips
How to make this 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Combine cake mix and pumpkin puree in a bowl and stir.
- Fold in the butterscotch chips.
- Fill muffin cups evenly and top with more butterscotch chips if desired (optional).
- Bake in a preheated oven for 22-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffin comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in a pan, then serve warm or transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy!
Tips and substitutions:
- Swap the butterscotch chips for chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or even chopped nuts for different flavors and textures.
- Try a different cake mix flavor like yellow cake or chocolate cake for a different twist on the recipe.
- Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for an extra layer of warm spices.
Serving suggestions
These pumpkin treats are a delightful addition to any breakfast board, paired perfectly with a warm bowl of oatmeal or a fresh fruit bowl with yogurt for a balanced start to your fall morning!
Storage
Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 3 months.
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3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 box spice cake mix – 15.25 ounces
- 1 15 ounce can pumpkin purée
- ⅔ cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, combine cake mix and pumpkin purée and stir to combine. Fold in the butterscotch chips.
- Fill muffin cups evenly and top with more chips if you choose (optional).
- Bake in a preheated oven for 22-24 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then serve warm or transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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