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Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling

Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling
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Indulge in the delightful warmth of autumn with these Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling. Fluffy and moist, each muffin is a perfect blend of pumpkin and sweet maple flavors, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The creamy filling adds an extra touch of indulgence, making these muffins not just a treat but a little moment of joy in your day. Ideal for cozy gatherings or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, they are versatile enough to satisfy any craving!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (for filling)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (to taste, for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Gradually fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Fill a greased muffin tin three-quarters full with batter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
  5. Bake for 20-24 minutes until muffins spring back when pressed.
  6. For the filling, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form; in another bowl beat cream cheese until smooth then fold in whipped cream and maple syrup.
  7. Cool muffins completely before cutting out centers to fill with cream cheese mixture.

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