Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a delightful blend of warm pumpkin flavors and a creamy cheese swirl that will elevate your breakfast or snack time. With their moist texture and rich taste, these muffins are perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed at home or shared at gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create these delicious treats that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line muffin pan with paper cups.
- Whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill muffin cups with batter and top with cream cheese mixture; swirl gently with a toothpick.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg