Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of Starbucks pumpkin cream cheese muffins, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These muffins are soft, moist, and infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating an irresistible taste that captures the essence of fall. Each muffin features a creamy cream cheese filling that adds a luxurious richness, while crunchy pumpkin seeds on top provide a satisfying texture. Whether enjoyed with your morning coffee or as a sweet snack throughout the day, these muffins are sure to become a favorite. Easy to make and versatile enough for breakfast or dessert, they embody the comforting flavors we all love.

Ingredients

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1 & 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
2 large eggs
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Pumpkin seeds for topping
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 pinch all spice
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar for filling
2 teaspoons milk for filling
1 teaspoon flour for filling
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for filling
1 teaspoon butter for topping
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds for topping
1/2 tablespoon brown sugar for topping

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
2. In one bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, spices, and sugar.
3. In another bowl, mix wet ingredients: canola oil, pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Gradually combine wet and dry mixtures without overmixing.
5. For the cream cheese filling, beat softened cream cheese with sugar, milk, flour, and vanilla until smooth.
6. Fill muffin liners halfway with batter, add a dollop of cream cheese filling on top, then cover with remaining batter.
7. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top before baking for crunch.
8. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg