Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend
• 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (if not included in flour blend)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum (if using), baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine and Fill: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
5. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Serve: These Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Muffins are perfect for Halloween morning or as a tasty treat during the day!