The Story & Intro
Hi, I’m Marilyn, and one of my favorite parts of autumn is filling the kitchen with the warm aroma of pumpkin spice. Growing up in Crete, my grandmother’s baking always made the house feel cozy and welcoming. These days, I love recreating that same comfort but with a playful twist for the holidays.
That’s how these Halloween Pumpkin Spice Muffins with spiderweb icing came to life. They’re moist, fluffy, and full of fall flavor, but decorated with a spooky design that makes them perfect for parties. The muffins are simple to make, and the spiderweb icing is easier than it looks you just swirl and drag a toothpick for the web effect.
Whether you’re baking for kids, friends, or just want to enjoy a festive treat with coffee, these muffins bring the perfect mix of cozy and creepy. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Muffins
For the Muffins:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
For the Spiderweb Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (for dark icing)
- 1 small piping bag or zip bag
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the muffin batter
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just blended.
Step 2: Bake the muffins
Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin. Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let muffins cool completely before icing.
Step 3: Prepare the icing
Mix powdered sugar with enough milk to form a thick glaze. Divide in two bowls—leave one white, and mix cocoa powder into the other for dark icing. Transfer both into piping bags.
Step 4: Decorate with spiderwebs
Spread white icing on top of each muffin. Pipe concentric circles of dark icing on top, then drag a toothpick from the center outward to create a spiderweb pattern.
Step 5: Set and serve
Allow the icing to set for 15 minutes before serving. Arrange muffins on a spooky tray for Halloween flair.
Serving Suggestions
These Halloween Pumpkin Spice Muffins are perfect for parties, school events, or even as a fun weekend baking project. Serve them with coffee, hot chocolate, or spiced cider for the ultimate fall treat.
For an extra spooky vibe, add a small candy spider or plastic decoration on top of each muffin (just remember to remove before eating!).
Conclusion
Food is about joy, creativity, and connection. These Pumpkin Spice Muffins with spiderweb icing are the perfect example they’re warm and cozy but also festive and playful. Easy to bake, fun to decorate, and absolutely delicious, they’ll bring smiles to kids and adults alike.
So turn on your oven, grab some pumpkin puree, and make your kitchen smell like fall magic this Halloween!