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2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins: Stupid Easy & Crazy Delicious

ByEmma

Who says baking has to be complicated? If you’re craving warm fluffy pumpkin muffins but don’t want to deal with a mile-long ingredient list (or washing a ton of dishes) this recipe is your new best friend. Just two ingredients. No eggs no oil no fuss.

Ready to make the easiest (and most ego-boosting) muffins of your life? Let’s go!

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Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Muffins

  • Literally foolproof – Even if you burn toast you can’t mess this up.
  • Pantry-friendly – Uses ingredients you probably already have.
  • Perfect for lazy bakers – Mix pour bake. Done.
  • Secretly healthy-ish – Pumpkin = veggies right? (We’ll go with it.)

The Magical 2 Ingredients

Here’s all you need:

  1. 1 box of spice cake mix (15-16 oz) – Yellow cake mix works too but spice cake adds extra warmth.
  2. 1 can of pure pumpkin puree (15 oz) – NOT pumpkin pie filling! That’s pre-sweetened and spiced.

Pro Tip: Want extra flavor? Add a pinch of cinnamon nutmeg or chocolate chips. But honestly? They’re amazing as-is.

How to Make 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners (or grease it lightly).
  2. Dump the cake mix and pumpkin puree into a bowl. Mix until just combined—no lumps but don’t overmix.
  3. Scoop the batter into muffin cups filling each about ¾ full.
  4. Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Let cool for 5 minutes (if you can resist) then devour.

Pro Tip: These muffins are super moist so storing them in the fridge keeps them fresh longer (if they last that long).

FAQs (Because You’re Probably Wondering…)

Q: Can I add eggs or oil?
A: Nope! The pumpkin replaces all that. Adding extra ingredients can make them dense or gummy.

Q: Why isn’t my batter rising?
A: It’ll be thick—that’s normal! The baking powder in the cake mix does the lifting.

Q: Can I make this into a cake?
A: Absolutely! Pour into a greased 9×9 pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Final Thoughts

These muffins are the ultimate hack for when you need a quick breakfast snack or “I definitely baked from scratch” moment. They’re moist lightly spiced and embarrassingly easy.

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