Recipe For Panera Pumpkin Muffins You Must Try

As the seasons change and the air turns crisp, autumn brings with it the delightful aroma of pumpkin treats. One of the best ways to celebrate this season is by baking a batch of delicious pumpkin muffins that are soft, flavorful, and perfect with your morning coffee or tea. This recipe replicates the beloved pumpkin muffins you find at your favorite café, but now you can make them right in your kitchen!

Copycat Panera Pumpkin Muffins

These pumpkin muffins are incredibly moist and packed with rich flavors of warm spices. They are perfect for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day. Let’s dive into the ingredients and instructions to bake your very own batch.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground ginger
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for an extra treat)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If you’re using chocolate chips, fold them in gently at this stage.
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These Copycat Panera Pumpkin Muffins are perfect for sharing with friends and family, or to enjoy all by yourself. So cozy up this fall with a warm muffin and a cup of your favorite beverage!