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easy pumpkin streusel muffins

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04 Nov 2025

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Is there anything better than the smell of pumpkin spice wafting through your house on a crisp fall morning? For me, probably not! These Easy Pumpkin Streusel Muffins are my go-to recipe when I want a cozy, comforting bake that’s also incredibly simple to make. They're packed with pumpkin flavor, perfectly spiced, and topped with a heavenly streusel that adds just the right amount of sweetness and crunch. Honestly, I can’t make these fast enough before they disappear!!
a close-up shot of a person taking a bite of a pumpkin streusel muffin
I remember the first time I made these. I was trying to impress my then-boyfriend (now husband!) with my baking skills. I was so nervous! Turns out, there was nothing to worry about. The recipe is so straightforward that even a novice baker like I was at the time could pull them off without a hitch. The muffins came out perfectly golden, the streusel was beautifully browned, and the taste? Oh my goodness, the taste! He was absolutely smitten—with the muffins, I think but that works just fine with me! Ever since then, these muffins have been a staple in our home, a symbol of cozy weekends and sweet moments together. Maybe I should be making them right now...
a batch of pumpkin streusel muffins cooling on a wire rack

Required Equipments

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin Tin
  • Muffin Liners
  • Pastry Blender
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Easy Pumpkin Streusel Muffins: Frequently Asked Questions

Easy Pumpkin Streusel Muffins

These pumpkin streusel muffins are the perfect autumn treat! Moist, spiced pumpkin muffins are topped with a buttery, crumbly streusel for a delightful breakfast or snack.

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 12 servings

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time:

🍽 Ingredients

📖 Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Make sure there are no lumps! I sift my flour for that extra smooth texture.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. I like using canned pumpkin puree for convenience, but fresh pumpkin puree works too!
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! A few streaks of flour are okay.
  5. In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining the flour, brown sugar, and cold butter. Cut the butter into the mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs. This is where the magic happens! The colder the butter, the better the streusel.
  6. Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full with the pumpkin batter. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each muffin.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on them – ovens vary!
  8. Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from getting soggy.

📝 Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the streusel topping.
  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the streusel for extra crunch.
  • Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

🍎 Nutrition

Calories: 220 kcal

Protein: 3 g

Fat: 10 g

Carbohydrates: 30 g

Fiber: 1 g

Calcium: 50 mg

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