The Easiest Pumpkin Muffin Recipe for Tea

The Benefits of Pumpkin: Step-by-Step Recipe for Pumpkin Muffins

Pumpkin is not only a delicious and versatile ingredient but also a nutritional powerhouse. It's rich in vitamins A, C, and E, packed with antioxidants, and high in fiber.

Incorporating fresh pumpkin into your diet can boost your immune system, improve skin health, and aid in digestion. Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for pumpkin muffins that you can make at home.

Ingredients:

2 cup fresh pumpkin puree (made from blending fresh pumpkin)
3 eggs
0.5 cup sugar
1 packet of vanilla sugar
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
Zest of one lemon (before grating, place the lemon in boiling water for 5 minutes)
Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Pumpkin

Cut a fresh pumpkin in half and remove the seeds.
Peel the pumpkin and cut it into small pieces.
Blend the pieces in a blender until you achieve a smooth pumpkin puree.

Step 2: Mix the Ingredients

In a bowl, beat 3 eggs and 0.5 cup of sugar until you get a thick white foam.
Add the packet of vanilla sugar to the egg mixture and continue to beat.

Step 3: Combine Flour and Baking Powder

In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of flour with 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, stirring gently.

Step 4: Add the Remaining Ingredients

Then, add the pumpkin puree, olive oil, and lemon zest. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 5: Baking

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease silicone muffin molds with oil.
Spoon the batter into the molds, filling them about 2/3 full.

Step 6: Bake

Place the molds in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, let the muffins cool before removing them from the molds.