Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for any occasion. These muffins combine the comforting essence of pumpkin with rich cream cheese swirls, creating an irresistible dessert that is both moist and decadent. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that will impress your family and friends, whether served at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or at a festive gathering. With their beautiful marbling and unique flavor profile, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite!
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)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- Additional sweeteners for cream cheese mixture
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, oil (or butter), and vanilla until well blended.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- For the cream cheese swirl: beat cream cheese with sugar and egg yolk until smooth.
- Fill muffin tins about three-quarters full with batter; top with cream cheese mixture and swirl gently using a toothpick.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg