Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Perfectly fluffy and moist, these muffins feature a delightful swirl of sweetened cream cheese that melts into the pumpkin batter, creating an irresistible combination. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they can be whipped up in just 30 minutes! Imagine the aroma of pumpkin spice filling your kitchen as you serve these warm treats to family and friends. With their kid-friendly appeal and make-ahead convenience, these muffins are sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 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
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree with sugars. Mix in eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; mix in sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with batter; top with cream cheese mixture and swirl gently.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg