Vegan Pumpkin Muffins with CHOCOLATE CHIPS

These chocolate chip vegan pumpkins muffins are moist, fluffy, and perfectly sweet. They are healthy, vegan, and super easy to make too! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack.

Just the perfect chili weather for these vegan pumpkin Muffins.

There’s a chill in the air which means it’s time for pumpkin everything!

I’ve been working a lot with pumpkin lately and I just can’t get enough.

A few of my all time favorite healthy pumpkin dessert recipes:

1. Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
2. Vegan Pumpkin Bread
3. No Bake Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls

These vegan chocolate chip pumpkin muffins are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack this season.

Additionally, they can be dressed up for a healthy dessert option as well.

What Makes these Whole wheat vegan Pumpkin muffins Healthy?

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Refined sugar-free, oil free, nut free, and vegan

These chocolate chip pumpkin muffins are sweetened using only coconut sugar.

It is naturally vegan friendly as well.

Can be made Gluten-Free

If you are looking to make this recipe gluten-free, you can substitute the whole wheat flour with a 1:1 ratio of gluten-free flour instead.

Whole Wheat Flour

Using the whole wheat provides a higher amount of fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and other nutrients that have multiple health benefits.

Health Benefits of Pumpkin

Additionally, there are plenty of health benefits associated with delicious pumpkin.

Pumpkin is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

It also may boost immunity, skin health, eye sight and heart health. Read more Here.

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Ingredients Needed for Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pumpkin puree

Not to be confused with pumpkin pie filing.

Pumpkin puree should only contain pumpkin/squash on the ingredient label.

No other added sugar or spices should be on the label.

You can also make homemade pumpkin puree using my recipe in this post.

Apple cider vinegar

It helps baked goods to rise.

Milk of choice

Some of my favorites include oat milk (nut-free), coconut milk (not canned), and almond or cashew milk.

Whole wheat flour

Higher fiber content than white flour along with antioxidant, vitamins and minerals.

Coconut sugar

Less processed than white sugar so it doesn’t raise blood sugar as quickly.

Pumpkin spice

It consists of spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and sometimes all spice.

How to Make Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

I made these healthy chocolate chip pumpkin muffins very similar to the way I made these sweet potato muffins, minus the sweet potato of course.

First, combine the pumpkin puree, apple cider vinegar and milk. Set aside.

Then, in a separate bowl, mix together whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, and pumpkin spice.

Gradually add wet ingredients to dry and thoroughly combine.

Next, Fold in chocolate chips.

Scoop the muffin batter into muffin tin, filling almost to the top.

Sprinkle more chocolate chips (optional) across the top of muffins and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick can be inserted in the center and comes out clean, or until the internal temperature reaches 200 F.

Optional toppings to spice up your Vegan pumpkin muffins:

Besides chocolate chips, you can also add other mix-ins and toppings to spice up these pumpkin muffins.

Some of my favorites:

• Pecans (for non-nut-free version)
• Raisins
• Coconut sugar + cinnamon

How to Serve Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

I love to throw a dollop of plant-based or full fat yogurt on top of these muffins for a little protein boost.

Additionally, it adds a creamy texture that pairs well with the density of the muffin. 

Topping with nut butter is another great option that adds health benefits as well.

Nut butter is a great source of healthy fat and plant protein and can make these muffins more substantial to keep hunger at bay longer.

Last but not least, warming the muffins up a bit and then adding butter or ghee makes a great breakfast to go along with your morning coffee!

Hea-ven!

Tom has already requested me making these Pumpkin muffins more often.

How to Store Whole wheat Pumpkin Muffins

The best way to store these delicious pumpkin muffins are in an air tight container for up to 5 days.

However they can be frozen if you need them to last longer or you want to make a larger batch for meal prepping.

To reheat, let it thaw in room temperature for a few hours.

You can also microwave it 20 – 30 seconds at a time. Add more time if needed to make sure not to over-heat them.

Tips for Best Vegan Pumpkin Muffins

Here are a few tips and tricks to take your chocolate chip pumpkin muffin up a notch.

Sift dry ingredients.

Sifting dry ingredients helps to get rid of any clumps and ensure thorough mixing of ingredients.

Mix by hand.

Mixing by hand can help to prevent over mixing which can lead to a rubbery muffin. Nobody wants that!

Use a variety of toppings.

Switch up your muffins and keep a variety on hand by adding different toppings to the muffins before baking.

What’s your favorite kind of pumpkin muffin? Leave a comment below!

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You may also love these Healthy Fall Recipes:

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1. Vegan Sweet Potato Muffins

2. Chewy and Soft Gingerbread Cookies (Paleo)

3. Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffle (Paleo, Vegan)