General Information About This Pumpkin Muffin Recipe
Prep time: About 5 minutes
Bake time: 18–22 minutes
Total time: About 25–30 minutes
Yield: Approximately 12 muffins
Serving size: 1 muffin
Difficulty: Easy
This is one of those recipes worth saving for the entire fall season. Whether you’re baking with kids, making breakfast before a busy week, or bringing something sweet to a gathering, it’s almost impossible to beat the simplicity.
2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins FAQ
Can I Use Pumpkin Pie Filling Instead of Pumpkin Purée?
Pure pumpkin purée is the best choice. Pumpkin pie filling contains added sugar and spices, so using it can alter the flavor and texture of the finished muffins.
Do I Add the Eggs and Oil Listed on the Cake Mix Box?
No. Ignore the preparation instructions on the cake mix package.
For this recipe, simply combine the dry spice cake mix with the pumpkin purée.
Why Is My Batter So Thick?
That’s exactly how it should be.
This recipe produces a much thicker batter than traditional muffins or cupcakes. As long as the pumpkin and dry cake mix are completely incorporated, you’re ready to bake.
Can I Add Chocolate Chips?
Absolutely! Chocolate chips are one of my favorite additions. Fold about 1/2 to 1 cup into the batter before dividing it between the muffin cups.
Can I Make Mini Pumpkin Muffins?
Yes. Divide the batter into a mini muffin pan and begin checking them much earlier since smaller muffins bake more quickly.
Can 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins Be Frozen?
Yes! Cool them completely first, then place them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They’re perfect for keeping on hand for quick breakfasts and snacks.
Approximate Nutritional Information
Nutrition will vary depending on the particular cake mix you use and whether you add toppings or mix-ins.
For one muffin, when the recipe makes 12 muffins, you can expect approximately:
Calories: 150–180
Carbohydrates: 32–36 g
Protein: 2–3 g
Fat: 2–4 g
Fiber: 1–2 g
Sugar: 16–20 g
These figures are estimates and should not be considered exact nutritional calculations.
More Easy Recipes to Try
If you love quick, cozy recipes like these muffins, keep the baking going with other simple fruit-filled treats.
And when peach season rolls around, try a warm peach cobbler, peach crisp, fresh peach muffins, peach dump cake, or peaches-and-cream dessert. Those juicy summer recipes are every bit as irresistible in their season as pumpkin treats are in fall!
Make These 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins This Fall
If autumn baking could be summed up in one recipe, these 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins might just be it.
They’re soft, moist, warmly spiced, ridiculously easy to make, and ready with almost no prep. The fact that two pantry-friendly ingredients can create something this cozy still makes me happy every time I make them.
Enjoy them warm with your morning coffee, pack them for an afternoon snack, or make a batch when you need an effortless fall treat.
