These Autumn-Spiced Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins are bursting with festive flavor and comforting texture. Made without eggs, this simple recipe gets its richness from pumpkin puree—adding moisture, taste, and nutrition in every bite. Juicy cranberries, crisp apples, and crunchy walnuts come together with warm spices to create a muffin that feels like fall in every mouthful. Best of all? It’s a breeze to make, whether you’re baking for breakfast, brunch, or a seasonal treat table.
Ingredients for Autumn-Spiced Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
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1 package yellow cake mix (18.25 oz / 517 g)
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1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz / 425 g)
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (2.6 g)
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (1.3 g)
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (0.65 g)
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1 cup cranberries, fresh or dried (120 g)
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1 cup chopped apples (about 120 g)
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts (60 g)
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Turbinado sugar for topping (optional, to taste)
How to Make Autumn-Spiced Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line it with paper muffin liners.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, canned pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
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Mix well until the batter is fully blended and smooth.
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Gently fold in the cranberries.
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Stir in the chopped apples.
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Add in the chopped walnuts, folding them evenly into the batter.
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Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling each about halfway. Sprinkle a little turbinado sugar on top of each for a sweet crunch.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let muffins cool before serving—and enjoy every bite!
A Muffin Worth Waking Up For
Whether you’re sipping hot cider by the fire or grabbing a bite on a crisp autumn morning, these muffins deliver comfort and flavor with every bite. No eggs? No problem—pumpkin steps in for a moist, tender texture that’s impossible to resist. With hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, bursts of cranberry tartness, and that nutty crunch, this is one fall recipe that deserves a permanent spot in your baking rotation. Happy baking!
