Description

Indulge in the delightful Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect blend of warm autumn spices and creamy sweetness. These muffins are not just easy to make but also incredibly moist and flavorful, making them an ideal treat for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings. The creamy swirls of cheese add a unique touch that elevates these muffins from ordinary to extraordinary. With their rich flavor and appealing swirl pattern, they are sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy these homemade delights fresh from the oven or as a sweet snack throughout the day!

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)
8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
1 large egg yolk (for filling)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F and line muffin pan with paper baking cups.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese with additional sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
Fill muffin tins with batter about three-quarters full. Spoon cream cheese mixture on top and swirl gently with a toothpick.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg