Easy 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins (With Spice Cake Mix)

I always make a double batch because these delicious pumpkin muffins are our go-to for busy mornings, after-school snacks, or cozy gatherings during the pumpkin season. Their airy crumb and warm spice make them the perfect fall treat!

And since you can never have too many fall-inspired recipes, check out my Best Banana and Pumpkin Muffins, Banana Mini Muffins and Easy Cake Mix Pumpkin Bread. They're another yummy way to enjoy cozy pumpkin flavors as long as you have a couple of extra minutes and ingredients on hand. Let's get baking!

Need a quick, yummy treat that screams fall? These spiced, cake mix pumpkin muffins are the perfect way to welcome autumn into your kitchen.

Super fast: They'll be on the counter in less than 30 minutes. This recipe is super doable for weekdays!

Convenient: Cake mix and canned pumpkin save you lots of time while bringing all the flavor.

Minimal effort: Just a bowl and spoon, no fancy tools needed.

Easy to spice up: Add melty chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or tangy cream cheese frosting for an extra special treat.

You only need three simple ingredients to make these delicious, warmly spiced muffins! Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full recipe with ingredient amounts.

• Spice cake mix: This brings the pumpkin spice flavor with earthy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Pure pumpkin purée: It adds a rich taste and keeps the muffins super moist. Avoid pumpkin pie filling, as it has added sugar and spices.
• Eggs: These give the muffins a super fluffy texture. They also bind the batter. Room temperature eggs are better for an effortless mixing of the batter.

See recipe card for quantities.

This easy recipe whips up golden, tender muffins in no time! Just mix, scoop, and bake for a cozy, 3-ingredient breakfast treat. Here’s the full recipe:

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix, pumpkin, and eggs until smooth. A few small lumps are fine.

2. Step 2: Scoop batter into muffin cups, filling ¾ full. Bake 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

Have extra ingredients on hand and want to get creative with this easy pumpkin muffin recipe? Here are some great ideas to make it your own:

Choco-chip delight: Fold ½-1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or white chocolate chips into the batter for pumpkin chocolate chip muffins.

Mini muffin party: Line a mini muffin pan with mini liners. Fill them with batter until ¾s full. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. This smaller version is perfect for little kids!

Go nuts: Fold ½-1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter for extra crunch and nuttiness.

Double-chocolate lover: Mix 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder into the dry cake mix before adding wet ingredients, then fold in ½ cup chocolate chips. This will give you double-chocolate pumpkin muffins.

Frost them: Top the cooled muffins with your favorite cream cheese frosting, vanilla frosting, or maple buttercream for a decadent dessert vibe.

Make pumpkin waffles: Grease your waffle maker with cooking spray or butter. Add ¼-1/2 cup batter (depending on your manufacturer's recommendation) and cook the waffles until soft and springy.

Extra fall flair: Stir 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and fold ½ cup cinnamon chips into the batter for more autumn flavor.

Swap the box mix: Swap the spice cake mix with yellow cake mix, plus a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for a similar vibe.

These fluffy pumpkin muffins are perfect for any time of day! Here are our favorite ways to enjoy them:

• Pair with a cup of coffee or chai latte for a cozy morning, like my husband and I love.
• My daughter is obsessed with the muffins and my High-Protein Banana Split Yogurt for a hearty, dessert-for-breakfast bite.
• Add to a fall brunch spread with my Skillet Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash drizzled with spicy Homemade Chipotle Sauce.
• Bring to bake sales along with my Banana and Pumpkin Muffins, Banana Mini Muffins and Easy Cake Mix Pumpkin Bread.
• Serve as an after-school snack with a side of sliced apples or a spoonful of peanut butter.

Got leftover muffins? Here’s how to keep these effortless, golden muffins fresh for longer!

Room Temperature

Store at room temperature in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap for 2–3 days. Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 5 days for longer storage.

Reheating

Warm in the microwave for 20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes for a freshly baked feel. Don’t overheat to avoid drying them out.

Freezing

Wrap individual muffins in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature, in the fridge overnight, or in the microwave for 20 seconds.

These are the easiest pumpkin muffins ever, but check out these little tips for the best results every time.

Don't overfill: If you add more batter to the muffin liners once they're ¾s full, the muffins will overflow and cause a big mess.

Mix responsibly: Don’t mix the batter to smooth perfection. Doing so will result in dense, rubbery muffins. The batter's ready when everything is just combined, even if some small lumps remain.

Let them be: Avoid opening and closing the oven door before the baking time is up because it drops the internal temperature and affects the muffins' texture.

Stay in the center: Avoid baking in the top and bottom oven racks. The bottom rack might burn the muffins, while the top will leave them undercooked. The middle rack is best because that's where the most even distribution of heat is found.

Let them cool: Top cooled muffins with cream cheese frosting, vanilla frosting, or maple buttercream for a decadent dessert.

Here’s what other home cooks are asking about this easy pumpkin muffin recipe!

Yes! Swap them for flax-eggs or a plant-based alternative. Add a tablespoon of water if the batter is too thick.

Absolutely! Try a yellow cake mix with a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to mimic the pumpkin spice flavor.

Use a mini muffin pan and bake for 12–15 minutes. Keep an eye on them because they're easy to overcook.

Yes! You can play around with all types of chocolate chips, cinnamon chips, and chopped nuts.

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These ultra-fluffy, golden pumpkin muffins are one of my favorite recipes when I want some quick, cozy baking! Share your creations on social media with Hungry Whisk, and don’t forget to subscribe for more delicious recipes!