Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect blend of moist pumpkin and rich cream cheese. These muffins are not only quick to prepare in just 30 minutes but also versatile for any occasion, whether it’s breakfast, a snack, or dessert. The irresistible pumpkin spice combined with the creamy swirl makes them a family favorite that will impress everyone. Enjoy these comforting treats warm from the oven or store them for later enjoyment — they freeze beautifully!
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 and cooled 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 your oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; mix in granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
- Fill each muffin cup with batter about 3/4 full and top with cream cheese mixture. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg