2 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins and Cookies require a can of pumpkin, a box of cake mix and 20 minutes. That’s all you need for this tried and true recipe.
We’ve been making this recipe FOREVER, as in long before there were smartphones and many years before I could share pictures of my girls on social media. 🙂 A looooong time!
I think I first heard about it at Weight Watchers. But, it’s because it’s free from egg and dairy (2 allergens at our house), that it became a staple come fall.
And, even though I’ve since developed recipes for whole wheat pumpkin muffins, as well as healthy chocolate pumpkin muffins and healthy oatmeal pumpkin muffins, my girls still request this one sometimes.
It’s hard to deny the request because they are so darn easy to make.
This is a very, very old post from November 10, 2011 and I’ve left the pictures in place. I’ll come back and update them next time we make them!
2 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins Tips and Tricks
We don’t stray far from the basic recipe! But, here are a few suggestions.
- Optionally stir in raisins, chocolate chips or walnuts for a little variation.
- Carrot cake mix and white cake mix are alternatives to a spice cake mix.
- The batter is very thick and sticky. Using a scoop with a quick release (a Tablespoon is used above) makes the process much easier. If using a for or spoon to press down the top, spray the fork or spoon with cooking spray first.
- Spray the paper muffin liners with cooking spray too!
Enjoy these muffins or cookies and use the extra time to plan out all the additional fall recipes you want to make!
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2 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins with Spice Cake Mix
Ingredients
- 1 box Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix yellow cake or carrot cake mix will also work
- 15 ounces pumpkin puree 1 can
- 1/4 cup raisins optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix pumpkin and cake mix together in a large bowl. (Don’t be alarmed..it is a little tough to stir!)
- Grease cookie sheet or muffin tins with cooking spray or use paper inserts for muffins.
- Portion approximately 1/4 cup of the mixture into each regular muffin tin. For cookies, portion out about 1 Tablespoon of mixture per cookie. (A scoop is a really helpful tool for uniformity and quick release!)
- For cookies, press mixture down slightly with a fork. (Spray the fork with cooking spray so it won’t stick.)
- For regular-sized muffins: cook approximately 18-20 minutes. For cookies: cook approximately 18 minutes. Let rest a few minutes after removing from the oven.
- If you have leftovers, they freeze well. Wrap in plastic and store in a plastic bag.
Nutrition
Ninie
It may be an oldie, but sure tastes like a “goodie” !
Candace
We have food allergies too and often use this in a pinch. Always works.
Anna
I added some pumpkin syrup , a little cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg. Delish!
Marjory
I’m so glad you enjoyed them!
Tracy Hager
Could steal cut oats be added for extra fiber? Also, I’m planning to add omega 3 trail mix to mine for some added oomph! Any suggestions?
Marjory Pilley
Hi! You can definitely add dried fruit, nuts or chocolate chips as indicated. I’m not sure steel cut oats would work since they are so hearty. Possibly try flaxseed or hemp seeds for more fiber. Love to know what you try and how it works out!