Fall is the time to start baking! On a cold, windy morning there is nothing better than spending the day in a snug kitchen full of all kinds of exotic flavors and spices. These muffins are sure to warm you up. This recipe even includes substitutions, specifically for those looking to make breakfast time a little healthier. Relax indoors and treat yourself to a delicious pumpkin muffin!

Ingredients:

• 5 eggs beaten
• 2 cups sugar (for healthy substitution decrease sugar to 1 cup- the applesauce adds sweetness)
• 1 1/2 cups oil (for healthy substitution use 3/4 cup oil and 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce)
• 2 cups of pumpkin
• 2 cups flour (for healthy substitution use 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour instead of regular flour)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 packages instant coconut pudding

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Beat the eggs just until yolks are broken and blended.
3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
4. Spray muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray.
5. Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tins.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
7. Muffins are done when they are golden brown on top and toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Family and friends will not be disappointed! Enjoy these easy, mouthwatering pumpkin muffins.