Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent chocolate muffin that's not only incredibly delicious but also surprisingly healthy! These Double Chocolate Paleo Pumpkin Muffins are about to revolutionize your breakfast and snack game, proving that clean eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. Packed with rich chocolate, warm pumpkin spices, and made entirely from wholesome paleo-friendly ingredients, these muffins are the ultimate treat that will make your taste buds dance while keeping your nutrition goals on track.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone muffin liners or parchment paper cups to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, almond flour, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, baking powder, and cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated, with no dry lumps remaining.
- Gently fold in half of the dark chocolate chips into the batter, reserving the remaining chips for topping.
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each muffin for additional chocolate flavor and visual appeal.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency and even mixing.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to dense, tough muffins. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, consider adding a tablespoon of melted coconut oil to the batter.
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate chips with minimal ingredients for a truly paleo-friendly result.
- Let muffins cool completely before storing to prevent condensation and maintain their perfect texture.
- For meal prep, these muffins freeze beautifully for up to 1 month when stored in an airtight container.
- Experiment with optional add-ins like chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for added complexity.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
