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    Home » Recipes » Muffins and Breads

    2 Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies and Muffins

    UPDATED Oct 5, 2022 · PUBLISHED Oct 1, 2017 BY Marjory Pilley · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Cake Mix Pumpkin Muffins in basket

    2 Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies and Muffins require a can of pumpkin, a box of cake mix, and 20 minutes. That's all you need for this easy, tried and true recipe.

    Plate of 2-ingredient pumpkin cookies made with cake mix with 2 pumpkins behind them.

    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 first heard about cake mix pumpkin cookies (and muffins) at Weight Watchers, along with cake made with soda. These recipes are free from egg and dairy (two allergens at our house) and quickly became baking staples we made year-round.

    And, even though I've since developed recipes for Greek yogurt pumpkin muffins, as well as healthy chocolate pumpkin muffins, my girls still request the 2-ingredient wonder the most.

    It's hard to deny the request because they're so darn easy to make. I usually make pumpkin cookies these days, so there's just one bowl to clean. Take this route and you don't even have to wash a muffin tin!

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    • Ingredients
    • Pumpkin Cookies Directions
    • Pumpkin Muffins Directions
    • Expert Tips
    • Storage
    • More Pumpkin Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe

    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need Cake Mix Pumpkin Spice Cookies or Muffins:

    Hand holding a can of pumpkin puree and a box of Duncan Hines Spice Cake mix.
    • Pumpkin puree - Don't use pie filling! It has extra ingredients that you don't want in this recipe.
    • Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix - The Carrot Cake mix works too! I've never tried it with any other brand. However, you can leave the egg out of our oatmeal pumpkin muffins recipe and you'll have a vegan pumpkin muffin!

    Just mix the ingredients together and you have the batter for pumpkin cookies or muffins.

    Pumpkin Cookies Directions

    Make easy cake mix cookies if you don't want to mess with a cupcake tin or liners. They're soft and quite a bit like a muffin top!

    Numbered steps to make 2 ingredient pumpkin cookies.
    1. Mix pumpkin puree and cake mix together in a bowl. Do it by hand. The dough will be very stiff. Portion the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    2. If desired, use the back of a fork to press the dough down and make cross marks. You don't have to take this step! However, the pumpkin cookies will stay mounded.
    3. Bake for about 18 minutes in a 350 °F oven or until firm.
    4. Transfer pumpkin cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Pumpkin Muffins Directions

    To make muffins instead, add batter to a greased muffin tin and bake for about 18 minutes.

    2 ingredient pumpkin muffins in a basket.

    Expert Tips

    We don't stray far from the basic recipe for 2 ingredient pumpkin cookies! But here are a few suggestions if you want to take things up a notch.

    • Optionally stir in raisins, chocolate chips, or walnuts for a bit of variation.
    •  The batter is very thick and sticky. Using a scoop with a quick release makes the process much easier.
    • Wet a fork or spoon with water or non-stick cooking spray so it won't stick if you want to press things down.
    • Spray the paper muffin liners with cooking spray too!

    Storage

    Counter or Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container lined with a paper towel for 3-4 days.

    Freezer: Individually wrap muffins or cookies in plastic and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm in the microwave.

    More Pumpkin Recipes

    • Pumpkin Dip with Cream Cheese
    • Pumpkin Juice Recipe - Harry Potter Style
    • Healthy Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins

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    Please leave a rating and tell us how you liked it!

    📋 Recipe

    Plate of 2-ingredient pumpkin cookies made with spice cake mix.

    2 Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies or Muffins

    Make 2 ingredient pumpkin cookies or muffins with a can of pumpkin puree and box of Spice Cake mix. Easy recipe that's vegan and egg-free.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: muffin
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 172kcal
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • 1 box Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix Carrot cake and yellow mix will also work
    • 15 ounces pumpkin puree 1 can
    • ¼ cup raisins optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 °F.
    • Mix pumpkin puree 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.
    • For cookies, portion out about 1 Tablespoon of mixture per cookie. For cupcakes, portion approximately ¼ cup of the mixture into each regular muffin tin. (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 or dip in water 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.

    Notes

    Tips:
    • Optionally stir in raisins, chocolate chips, or walnuts for a little variation.
    •  The batter is very thick and sticky. Using a scoop with a quick release makes the process much easier. Wet a fork or spoon with water or non-stick cooking spray so it won't stick if you want to press things down.
    • Spray the paper muffin liners with cooking spray too!
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 5515IU | Vitamin C: 1.6mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.5mg
    Nutritional and Food Safety Disclaimer

    This recipe was published on November 10, 2011, and has been updated to improve the reader experience.

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    1. Ninie

      September 06, 2013 at 7:36 pm

      It may be an oldie, but sure tastes like a "goodie" !

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    2. Candace

      February 11, 2018 at 8:56 am

      5 stars
      We have food allergies too and often use this in a pinch. Always works.

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    3. Anna

      November 15, 2018 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      I added some pumpkin syrup , a little cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg. Delish!

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      • Marjory

        November 16, 2018 at 7:27 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed them!

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    4. Tracy Hager

      October 27, 2019 at 4:05 pm

      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?

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      • Marjory Pilley

        October 28, 2019 at 9:08 am

        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!

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    5. Ade

      November 10, 2021 at 11:06 am

      The Duncan Hines cake mix is not sugar-free. Is there a sugar free or no sugar added spice cake mix?

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      • Marjory Pilley

        November 11, 2021 at 9:29 pm

        I've never tried it with another brand but pumpkin is a common replacement for egg and oil so it would definitely be worth a try if you have a mix that you like.

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