התמונה להמחשה בלבדPumpkin Muffins with Crunchy Cinnamon Topping
Cooking With KidsA tender and comforting individual pastry that marries the deep sweetness of pumpkin with the intoxicating aroma of warm spices. The sublime contrast between the airy crumb and the spiced cinnamon crunch creates a sophisticated, nourishing dessert, perfect alongside a hot tea or as a balanced indulgence throughout the day.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Servings
- 8
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
1In a food processor, combine the egg whites, pumpkin puree and coconut sugar.
2Grind together with the coconut flour, salt, baking soda and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture is uniform.
3Divide the mixture between 8 muffin cups lined with paper.
4Rinse the food processor.
5In the food processor, combine the palm fat and coconut sugar.
6Grind together with coconut flour and cinnamon.
7Spread the mixture over the muffin mixture.
8Bake at 175°C for 20-25 minutes.
9Refrigerate for an hour before serving.
Ingredients
- 5 large egg whites, 1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree, 1/3 cup coconut sugar, 1/4 cup coconut flour, pinch of sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice, 1/3 cup palm shortening, 1/4 cup coconut flour, 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Nutrition
- Calories
- 772
- Protein
- 16.1g
- Carbs
- 166.5g
- Sugar
- 76.5g
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Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Age 9+
Confident cook
- Read the steps
- Portion and shape
Adults only
Grown-up task
- Use heat
- Handle sharp tools
Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.
Skills Kids Practice
- Following instructions
- Fine motor skills
- Counting
- Teamwork
A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.
Chef tips
For a different flavor, substitute palm shortening with coconut oil. Add a drizzle of honey to the muffin batter for extra sweetness.
Culinary reasoning
A tender and comforting individual pastry that marries the deep sweetness of pumpkin with the intoxicating aroma of warm spices. The sublime contrast between the airy crumb and the spiced cinnamon crunch creates a sophisticated, nourishing dessert, perfect alongside a hot tea or as a balanced indulgence throughout the day.
