No need to choose—these Zucchini Pumpkin Muffins give you the best of both! Moist, perfectly spiced, and topped with a sweet glaze, they’re a delicious treat you can enjoy any time of year.

pumpkin zucchini muffins baked in pan

Pumpkin and zucchini, anything this time of year, are my go-tos: quick bread, muffins, cakes, and cookies – the list goes on and on. And while I love a simple zucchini muffin or slice of pumpkin bread, I love nothing more than combining them into a single, delicious treat. So, please 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.

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.

muffin with fork and on a plate
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

Muffin Ingredients

  • Melted butter
  • Pumpkin puree
  • Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Flour
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Pumpkin pie spice
  • Grated zucchini
  • Mini chocolate chips
muffins lined up on a table and also on a plate.

How to Make Them

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.

close up shot of a muffin pan filled will batter.

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.

Sandra’s Tips

  • Don’t glaze the muffins until they are cooled. If you add the glaze while they are warm, they will absorb it.
  • You can make and bake the muffins ahead of time, store them in a container, and glaze them later to break up the work.
  • Glazed zucchini pumpkin muffins will keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for two to three days. You can also keep them in the refrigerator.
  • The plain muffins can be frozen. Allow them to cool completely and store them in a freezer bag or container. Freeze them for up to a month. Once you’ve thawed them, serve them plain or add the glaze.
  • If you want to change the mix-ins, you can. Instead of chocolate chips, try chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. You could also try white chocolate chips or a combination of mix-ins. Just keep the total amount to 3/4 cup.

How to Make the 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.

  • Powdered sugar
  • Milk
  • Clear vanilla extract – using clear will keep your icing very white.
  • Pumpkin pie spice – this is optional for sprinkling on top. You can also use just nutmeg or cinnamon.
one glazed pumpkin zucchini muffin.

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

Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Servings: 36 muffins
Calories: 194 kcal
You don't have to choose between pumpkin or zucchini – you can make these zucchini pumpkin muffins and get the best of both. These easy muffins are moist, deliciously spiced, and topped with a simple glaze for a sweet finishing touch.
one glazed pumpkin zucchini muffin.
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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!

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 1262IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg

one glazed pumpkin zucchini muffin.
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  4. 5 stars
    I love anything pumpkin spice but these were an extra delicious treat. My ladies group loved them too, everyone asked for the recipe.

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