Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins are moist, perfectly spiced, and topped with a sweet glaze. Combining two of my favorite fall flavors, pumpkin and zucchini, they’re a delicious treat anytime of year.
Pumpkin and zucchini are two of my favorite ingredients this time of year. I love them in everything from quick breads and muffins to cakes and cookies. While both are delicious on their own, combining them makes one incredibly moist and flavorful treat. Say hello to Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins!
It’s an understatement to say I love these muffins. My dad made them once and added walnuts, which was a nice addition, but I felt it overwhelmed them a bit, so I left them out.
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Instead, I top them with an easy glaze, which adds a touch of sweetness without being cloyingly sweet. Not only does it look stunning, but it also tastes great, especially when a bit of pumpkin spice is sprinkled on top.
Reader’s Review
I love anything pumpkin spice but these were an extra delicious treat. My ladies’ group loved them too, everyone asked for the recipe. – Krystle
How to Make pumpkin zucchini muffins
Beat the butter, eggs, sugar, and pumpkin puree on low speed in a large bowl until well blended.
In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and spices.
Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix at low speed until everything is combined and the batter is smooth.
Add the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips and stir until just combined.
Scoop the batter into lined muffin pans, filling each with just under 1/3 cup.
Bake the muffins at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes or until they spring back when touched in the center.
Let them cool completely before making the frosting.
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How to Make Icing
You can skip the icing – the muffins are delicious plain – but adding that drizzle of sweet glaze is the perfect finishing touch. It’s also incredibly easy to make.
Whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until a thick, smooth icing forms.
If your icing is too thick, thin it with more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar until you get your desired consistency.
Dip the tops of each cooled muffin into a bowl with the icing. Sprinkle with a bit of pumpkin pie spice for an extra touch of garnish, if desired.
I hope you try these easy pumpkin zucchini muffins before the fall season slips away. They are the perfect bite for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee.
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Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins
Ingredients
Muffins
- 1 cup butter melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 cup grated zucchini
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Icing
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
- pumpkin pie spice optional for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line muffin tins with paper liners.
- With an electric mixer, beat together butter, eggs, sugar, and pumpkin puree on low until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and spices.
- Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until everything is combined and there are no lumps.
- Add the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips and stir until just combined.
- Scoop into lined muffin pans, filling each with a little under 1/3 cup of the batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until they spring back when touched in the center or a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Let them cool completely before making the frosting.
- To make the frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and clear vanilla extract until a thick icing forms with no clumps. If needed, add more sugar or milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Dip the tops of each cooled muffin into a bowl with the icing. Sprinkle with a little pumpkin pie spice for an extra garnish if you'd like. Enjoy!
This looks like the perfect fall treat, I am so excited to try!
Such a great recipe for this time of year. Love a good pumpkin treat.
These Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins would disappear in our house!
I love anything pumpkin spice but these were an extra delicious treat. My ladies group loved them too, everyone asked for the recipe.
MmmMMM! These look and sound so good. I love anything pumpkin, so I’m in!
Perfect fall muffin that everyone will be sure to enjoy. I highly recommend this to everyone!
Looks absolutely delicious! Perfect with a cup of coffee!
I make muffins for breakfast very often! I am making your recipe next time!
These are the ideal fall muffins that everyone will love. I heartily advise everyone to do this!