Kabocha Squash Mini Muffins

Kabocha Squash Mini Muffins
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    12

These delightful mini muffins capture the essence of autumn with their warm spices and the subtle sweetness of kabocha squash. More than just a muffin, they evoke the comforting flavors of spice cake, boasting a moist texture that lasts for days. Perfect for a fall treat, these muffins are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    16 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    102 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Place kabocha squash skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Roast in the preheated oven until the squash is fork-tender. (30-40 minutes). Let cool until easily handled. (10 minutes). Scoop the squash flesh into a food processor and puree until smooth. Discard the skin. (10 minutes)

04

Step

Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two mini muffin tins with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

05

Step

In a large bowl, stir together the white sugar, brown sugar, canola oil, and olive oil until smooth. (3 minutes). Beat in the eggs one at a time. (2 minutes). Stir in 3/4 cup of the pureed squash and vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

06

Step

In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. (3 minutes). Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the sugar mixture, alternating with the apple cider, until just smooth. (5 minutes). Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using maple syrup instead of brown sugar.
A dash of nutmeg or cloves can enhance the warm spice profile.
These muffins freeze well, making them perfect for batch baking.

Beatrice West

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Onie Turneroconnell

    These are so much healthier than store-bought muffins. I feel good about feeding them to my family.

  • Felicity Welchkozey

    I substituted pumpkin puree for the kabocha squash, and they turned out great.

  • Aletha Konopelski

    These muffins are amazing! So moist and flavorful.

  • Abel Willms

    I will definitely be making these again!

  • Adolfo Kuphal

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the muffins came out perfectly.

  • Kavon Krajcik

    I added a streusel topping for extra sweetness and crunch. Delicious!

  • Edna Mosciski

    I made these with my kids, and they loved helping. A perfect fall activity!

  • Johnson Fritsch

    These are the best muffins I have ever made!

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