Easy Blender Pumpkin Muffins (Gluten-Free)

These Pumpkin Muffins are made quickly and easily by blending all the ingredients and baking! This simple blender muffin recipe is gluten-free, using rolled oats as the base, which gives you the most fluffy, delicious, flourless muffins! Enjoy these pumpkin muffins for breakfast or as a healthy snack.

For more healthy muffin options, check out our easy Blender Carrot Cake Muffins, Orange Cranberry Muffins, and dairy-free Zucchini Blueberry Muffins next!

This is the best pumpkin muffin recipe! The muffins are super soft, and sweet, with the perfect hint of spice and the best part is, it’s actually healthy! When you bake these blender pumpkin muffins, the sweet, cozy fragrance of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg will have your kitchen smelling like a bakery!

You’ll Love These Pumpkin Muffins! They’re:

• Incredibly nourishing: Pumpkins are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that can boost your immune system during the colder months. Adding Medjool dates makes these muffins even healthier as dates are a great source of fiber and potassium.
• Perfect for fall: Is it really autumn if you’re not indulging in the most popular flavor of the season? One bite of these fluffy muffins and you’ll be in pumpkin bliss!
• Versatile: Pick and choose ingredients to make this pumpkin recipe your own! (With a simple swap these muffins can be made vegan.)
• Easy to Make: Simply soak your dates, add the ingredients to a blender, then bake. In less than an hour, you have a delectable, shareable treat!

Ingredients Needed To Make These Easy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins

• Rolled Oats: This is the base for the muffins and provides the perfect fluffy texture. There is no need for flour as the rolled oats are blended first to a fine flour-like consistency before adding the remaining ingredients. Sprinkle a few oats on top of the pumpkin muffins for added texture. (If sensitive to gluten, make sure the oats are certified gluten-free.)
• Pumpkin puree: Be sure to use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling. The only ingredient listed on a can of pumpkin puree should be pumpkin. We don’t want any additives!
• Eggs: This provides structure. If you want to make these muffins egg-free or vegan, simple add 2 tbsp ground flax seeds or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce.
• Medjool Dates: If your dates are hard, soak them in water for about 10 minutes before blending. Make sure to remove the pits.
• Coconut sugar: Feel free to use brown sugar if you do not have coconut sugar on hand.
• Maple syrup: Use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup.
• Non-dairy milk: Almond or oat milk are great options. . If you opt for the latter, try our 5-minute Homemade Oat Milk Recipe. (You can also use regular milk if you prefer.)
• Coconut oil: This is a healthier alternative to butter. It should be melted before being combined with the other ingredients. It improves the texture of the muffin.
• Pumpkin pie spice: This really brings out the pumpkin flavor. Don’t have any on hand? Make your own by combining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg, ½ teaspoon of ground ginger, and ¼ teaspoon of allspice.
• Vanilla extract & sea salt: Both enhance the flavor of the pumpkin muffins.
• Baking powder & baking soda: These help the muffins rise and maintain their shape.
• Pumpkin seeds: This is an optional topping.

How long should you soak dates before blending?

Soaking dates in water prior to blending them adds moisture back to the dried fruit and softens the flesh. This results in softer dates that are easier to blend. They should be soaked for at least 10 minutes but up to an hour if you don’t have a high-powered blender. Once the dates are soft, removing the pit with a knife and your fingers is easy.

Is pure pumpkin the same as pumpkin puree?

Canned pumpkin puree is the same as pure pumpkin. It is commonly labeled as pure pumpkin, pumpkin puree, solid pack pumpkin, or just pumpkin. It’s just mashed pumpkin with no extra ingredients.

How to Make Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins

1. Gather your ingredients. Start by soaking the dates so that they are easier to blend.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
3. In a high-speed blender, grind the oats into a flour-like consistency, making oat flour. Then, add the pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Blend to combine.
4. Add the remaining ingredients to the blender. Start by blending on a low setting and gradually work your way up to a higher speed while using the tamper tool to push down the ingredients so that everything is fully incorporated and smooth.
5. Line the muffin pan lightly with cooking oil. Using a spoon or spatula, fill the muffin pan openings with the batter. Top with pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and rolled oats. Gently press them down.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool, for about 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Substitutions, Variations & Additions For This Recipe

• VEGAN: To make vegan pumpkin muffins, instead of eggs, add 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds or apple sauce. If you opt for the apple sauce option, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder so the muffins aren’t too dense.
• SWEETER: For a more dessert-like muffin, consider a fun addition like chocolate chips or dried cranberries. You could even sprinkle the muffins with coarse sugar.
• MAKE PUMPKIN BANANA MUFFINS: Instead of dates, add half of a ripe banana.
• ADD NUTS: For a nice crunch and added texture, fold pecans or walnuts into the mixture before baking.

Storage and Freezing Pumpkin Muffins

I Hope You Enjoy This Easy Pumpkin Muffins Recipe!

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