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Name: Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins - Just 2 Ingredients!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 15oz Can Pumpkin; 1 Box Spice Cake Mix

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Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins – Just 2 Ingredients!

by Nellie September 16, 2020

If the Fall season has you thinking all things pumpkin, you aren’t alone! Did you know that in the United States alone, 1.5 billion pounds of pumpkins are used every year? That’s a lot of pumpkin. Today I’ve got an easy fail proof 2 ingredient Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins recipe that you will love!

As much as social media leads you to believe it, it isn’t all in the coffee either. There are so many wonderful recipes using pumpkin that you could never try them all. You can certainly try though!

If you are ready to start trying some new pumpkin recipes, these deliciously easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins should definitely be at the top of your must-make list. They are oh so delicious, and since you make them in the Air Fryer with just 2 ingredients, they are super easy to make! These muffins have definitely made the list of fall favorites in our house.

Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins

All you need in order to create these tasty fall treats is a can of pureed pumpkin and one box of spice cake mix. Yes, that really is all you need. It is that easy. Truth be told, I sometimes don’t even break out the mixer for this recipe, it seems like a waste of resources for how quick this recipe is to whip up.

One difference you will find while making these muffins is that the batter will be thicker than with other muffins, but that is what makes them so moist and full of flavor!

Can Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins Be Made In Another Flavor?

These muffins can easily be switched up for variety if you aren’t in the mood for the “pumpkin spice” flavor, or in case you don’t have any spice cake mix on hand.

For instance, I have previously made them with chocolate and yellow cake mix and those tasted amazing as well, although the spice cake mix really adds that fall flavor that we know and love.

What Toppings Work Best for Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins?

Air fryer pumpkin muffins don’t actually need any toppings at all, but here are some toppings that go quite well with them:

Powdered Sugar
Cream Cheese Frosting
Vanilla Frosting

Enjoy your delicious fall treat, my friends!

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Air Fryer Pumpkin Muffins - Just 2 Ingredients!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

These awesome air fryer pumpkin muffins are made with only 2 ingredients and brings all of the fall flavors you love!

Ingredients

15oz Can Pumpkin
1 Box Spice Cake Mix

Instructions

Place pumpkin & cake mix in a large mixing bowl.
Mix well.
Add mixture to cupcake/muffin liners.
Place in air fryer for 15 minutes at 370 degrees.
Serve & enjoy.

If you loved these easy air fryer pumpkin muffins be sure to try these Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Turnovers!

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Celebrate Autumn With This Fun Family Fall Bucket List – Free Printable

by Nellie August 26, 2020

I don’t know about summer where you are but here in my neck of the woods, it has been absolutely miserable hot. Add in tons of rain brought in by tropical disturbances lately and you’ve got muggy, miserable and unbearable heat. Guess what?! In this weird time, the seasons are still constant! So I have a fun family fall bucket list printable for you to enjoy the season with!

There’s plenty to do to keep us cool during the long summer months. I had a really great time checking off these fun activities on our family summer bucket list.

Like many of my readers we’ve just been stuck inside at the mercy of each others company. No water parks. No public pool access. Thankfully though, Fall is just around the corner.

I’ve felt a few fall breezes here and there over the last few weeks, just little teases here and there, making me hopeful that the Fall will usher in better days than we’ve seen over the past several months.

Not only does Fall bring in cooler weather, which I desperately need, it also gives me reason to release my Fall Family Fun Checklist for you. Rather than staying cooped up indoors for my favorite season, I’m strongly encouraging everyone to get out and make memories with your loved ones. Social distancing can still be observed, no need to risk your health for these simple yet fulfilling tasks.

If you’re a fan of ushering in the Fall by gussying up your home with new décor, candying apples or going on hay rides, then I hope you’ll enjoy the Fun Family Fall Bucket List I’ve put together.

Although the list isn’t extravagant or focused on traditional big gatherings with large crowds, to me it makes me think of how we celebrate the changing of the season, while being together with family and friends.

I hope my readers see the magic as I do, in jumping in a pile of multi-colored leaves, roasting pumpkin seeds and other activities that I’ve included. Plus I’ve added a blank page so that you can create your own list of bucket list activities you may want to complete this season!

Download your free Fun Family Fall Bucket List here.

If you enjoyed this bucket list be sure to check out these 20 Easy and Fun Fall Crafts For Kids!

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Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Turnovers

by Nellie August 24, 2020

Fall is in the air! After an exceptionally long (but still so short?!) summer we are ready to end the year strong with the cooler seasons. Fall is such a fun time for food and today I’ve got some Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Turnovers that will satisfy your pumpkin cravings!

I’ll admit, I didn’t grow up with a lot of pumpkin in my life. I never really ate it, I only decorated them for Halloween. Since becoming an adult, I have realized that pumpkin is crazy popular!

From pumpkin spice to pumpkin cakes, to pumpkin drinks–I have seen pumpkin everything! I have since grown to like the pumpkin flavor, not sure if I truly love it or if it is because it’s a fun way to welcome one of my favorite seasons, Autumn. I am a fam of light jackets, changing leaves and the crisp clear air that blankets New York City in September.

One of the coolest things you can do with the air fryer is make crispy yummy desserts like you would get in the bakery! The air fryer has really transformed the way we make sweet treats and the best part is, it is so simple!

This is a super easy way to make a puff pastry filled with pumpkin filling. Cut them into squares, mix the pumpkin filling, add a little (because it goes a long way!), press closed with a fork, air fry for 12-15 minutes and you have a golden brown tasty treat!

Enjoy!

4 Turnovers

Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Turnovers

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

A delicious air fryer puff pastry filled with pumpkin that is easy and fun to make for fall!

Ingredients

15oz Can Pumpkin Pie filling
1 Egg
1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Spice
1/3 Cup Milk
Puff Pastry
Icing
Cooking Spray

Instructions

Lay out the puff pastry & cut into 4 squares.
In a large mixing bowl, add pumpkin, egg, milk & pumpkin spice & mix well.
Place one large spoonful of pumpkin filling on the corner of each square. You don’t need too much! A little goes a long way.
Fold into a triangle shape & press edges together with a fork.
Spray with cooking spray.
Place in the air fryer and fry for 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees.
Remove from air fryer and ice away.
Serve & enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 223Total Fat 6gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 48mgSodium 287mgCarbohydrates 40gFiber 9gSugar 6gProtein 4g

If you liked these air fryer pumpkin turnovers, you should check out this Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider Recipe!

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Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes

by Nellie August 10, 2020

When you think about fall, do you think about pumpkin spice? I definitely do. I associate the cooler post summer months with pumpkin everything! I love a themed cupcake, so today I’ve got some awesome pumpkin spice latte cupcakes that you will enjoy!

Pumpkin Spice Everything

There are so many ways to use pumpkin, like in this awesome Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal Recipe that is the perfect fall breakfast! It’s super versatile, and it can be put in many different dishes.

The Pumpkin Spice Latte, made popular by Starbucks, often starts selling by the end of September! It’s the way that I know it’s back to school time because my social media is going crazy with pictures of little brown cups filled with pumpkin spice lattes.

PSL Cupcakes

Today I’ve got a fun pumpkin spice latte recipe that the whole family can enjoy! If you are like me and love to bake especially when the temperatures turn a little cooler, this recipe is super easy and gives you a fix even when you can’t get to your local coffee shop!

24 cupcakes

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 22 minutes

Total Time: 37 minutes

Get your pumpkin spice fix with these fun fall themed cupcakes!

Ingredients

2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
3 cups flour
2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk
2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
For the Icing:
2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened to room temperature
5 cups powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup pumpkin spice coffee creamer

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a cupcake pan with paper liners
In a large bowl, beat together the butters and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating between each addition.
Add the pumpkin and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Add 1/3 of the dry mixture to the pumpkin mixture and mix until combined. Pour in half the milk and mix again. Add another 1/3 of the flour mixture and beat until combined. Pour in the remaining milk and beat again. Add the remaining flour and mix until combined.
Pour the espresso powder into the batter and mix until combined.
Spoon an even amount of batter into each of the cupcake liners and bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the cupcakes comes out clean.
Allow the cupcakes to cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
To make the icing, beat together the butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and coffee creamer until well combined. Pipe the mixture on top of each cooled cupcake and sprinkle a small amount of pumpkin pie spice over the top of the cupcakes before serving.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 237Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 32mgSodium 110mgCarbohydrates 54gFiber 1gSugar 40gProtein 3g

If you liked this fun cupcake recipe be sure to check out these Delicious & Easy Fall Drinks: Pumpkin Vanilla Expresso!

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This amazing easy and delicious instant pot pumpkin apple cider is perfect for cold days! Heat this up during the winter months for a tasty treat! This easy 3 ingredient recipe is easy to make and can be done in just a few minutes! There is no pressure needed for this instant pot recipe! #instantpotdrinks #instantpot #pumpkindrinks

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Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider + Frugal Gifts For Mom

by Nellie December 10, 2019

Still need a present for Mom this Christmas? Check out these frugal and fun Christmas gift ideas that Mom will love. Cash can get a little tight around this time of year, so now is the time to be thoughtful! If you’re stuck on frugal gifts for mom, here are some inexpensive and creative ideas that she’ll love. Plus I’m sharing a very easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider recipe that the family will love!

Babysitting for Siblings

If mom is young enough to still have kids at home, baby sitting is a great gift. Moms always need more time and free babysitting is a lifesaver. If mom doesn’t have young kids, don’t overlook pet sitting. Even hard core pet lovers need breaks from their little darlings. Give mom coupons for a weekend or night of pet sitting and she’ll love a little me time without worrying about what Spot is doing.

Home Cooked Meals for Mom

When you were growing up Mom probably made hundreds if not thousands of meals for you. Repay the favor with a coupon for a deluxe home cooked made especially for Mom. She’ll appreciate the effort, especially if you show off the cooking skills or recipes that she taught you.

Collectibles

This is *not* a suggestion to go out and buy a random Hummel figurine for mom, unless she actually collects them. But adding to an existing collection is a thoughtful gift. My mom collects turtles and cookbooks. Adding to either collection is easy and can usually be done with a quick jaunt to an antique or thrift shop.

Handmade Journal or Photo Album

The web is full of step by step directions to make your own photo album or journal. If you don’t want to go all out from scratch, decorate the front of an existing journal with a family photo collage or fill a store bought album with family photos.

Record Mom’s Favorite Shows

Hardly anyone uses VCR’s anymore, but there are recordable DVD players and DVR top set boxes. Pre-record whole seasons for mom of her favorite shows or pledge to make sure her programs get recorded properly all year long in the coming year.

Time for Mom

Moms are busy, no matter their age. Give mom the gift of time by taking over chores she would usually do herself. If you don’t live at home, give a coupon that pledges your weekly time for Mom’s chores. A weekly trip to mom to help her with grocery shopping, yard work or house work makes mom feel pampered and leaves her with time to watch all those shows you recorded for her.

These are only a few of the creative ideas that make great gifts for moms. If you have kids, get together with the whole family to think up ideas for Grandma this year. Mothers truly love gifts where “it’s the thought that counts.” And don’t forget Mom’s Christmas Stocking, especially if she’s the one that usually plays Santa. (That’s even if they have a stocking because I don’t!)

For more free Christmas fun don’t forget to download your free Adult Christmas coloring pages, holiday budget planner, and your free Christmas gift tags! Plus be sure to checkout my “Christmas Time!” Pinterest board. 🙂

Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider

This is your favorite apple cider with a fun twist to warm you up during the cold winter months!

Ingredients

1 large container apple cider (28 to 32 oz)
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup pumpkin

Instructions

Place all the ingredients into the instant pot. We are not going to use pressure. Use the saute mode to bring to a low boil. About 3 to 5 minutes after the pot warms up.
If using the recipe with pumpkin whisk the pumpkin once it heats up. This will break down the pumpkin and the cinnamon.
Turn off the saute mode and set to keep warm. This will keep it warm to serve for guests. It will need to cool off for the younger kids.

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