Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

This easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe takes under 20 minutes to make and it only requires 3 ingredients, if you don’t count the water! Perfect for on-the-go breakfasts and after school snacking, you’ll want to make these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins again and again!

When it comes to fall baking, you’re either Team Pumpkin or Team Apple. Even if you like both, you probably have one that edges out the other. Well, pumpkin fans, you’re in luck—this recipe for Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins might just be one of the easiest recipes I’ve ever posted on All Things Mamma!

But before we get to how simple these muffins are to make, let’s talk about how they taste. If you like both Pumpkin Bread and Pumpkin Bread with chocolate chips, this recipe is very similar. You get that irresistible pumpkin spice flavor combined with chocolate chips in every bite. I love warming these up in the microwave so the chocolate chips get all gooey and melty—so good!

Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe

You all know how I love boxed cake mix hacks; I’ve already made a Pumpkin Dump Cake by combining pumpkin and cake mix, but this time, we’re making muffins by adding chocolate chips to the cake mix and pumpkin.

Using a boxed cake mix saves you the work of having to measure out the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda, so prep time takes about 5 minutes!

Ingredients

For the full recipe and ingredient amounts- see the recipe card below

• Pumpkin spice cake mix
• Pumpkin puree – Make sure you buy pumpkin puree, not pie mix! The pie mix is pre-sweetened, so it will throw off your recipe.
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Milk or Water – If you’d like to keep the fat down, go with water. I prefer milk to add extra moistness.

Substitutions

• Cake mix – If you can’t find pumpkin spice cake mix, you can use a spice cake mix or a yellow cake mix instead. If you do use a boxed yellow cake mix, be sure to add in 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice to give it extra flavor.
• Pumpkin – Here are some substitutes for pumpkin puree.

How to Make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

1. Prepare

Preheat the oven to 325ºF and line two muffins pans with liners (or coat the muffin cups with baking spray).

2. Make the Batter

Combine the cake mix, pumpkin, and water in a large bowl, then fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips.

3. Fill the Muffin Pan

Divide the batter into the muffin pans using a small cookie scoop, then sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the tops.

4. Bake

Bake the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins for 12 to 14 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool

Let the muffins cool in the muffin pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack so they can finish cooling.

Hint: Make sure you divide the batter evenly, otherwise the muffins will have different cooking times.

Variations

Here are some ideas for switching up this Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe:

• Add Nuts – Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds would all be good!
• Top With Sugar – Sprinkle crunchy Demerara sugar over the tops of the muffins before baking.
• Finish With Frosting – Take your muffins to the next level by adding cream cheese frosting!

FAQ

How should I store Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins?

Store these muffins at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate them for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag for 2 to 3 months.

Are Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins healthy?

The pumpkin in these muffins adds fiber and beta-carotene, which gives these muffins a boost in the nutrition department.

How long should muffins cool?

You can eat these muffins as soon as you can do so without burning your tongue! For storage purposes, you should let your muffins cool completely before transferring them to a container or bag. If they’re closed in a container while they’re still warm, they’ll spoil faster.

Top Tip

This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe is super versatile, so by all means, make it your own!

If you’re looking for more….try these recipes next!

• Easy Pumpkin Cake
• Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake
• How to Make a Pumpkin Roll
• Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting
• 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
• Easy Pumpkin Pie From Scratch