Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a delightful treat that embodies the warm, comforting flavors of fall. These moist and fluffy muffins feature a rich pumpkin base intertwined with a creamy, sweet cream cheese swirl. Perfect for busy mornings, family gatherings, or an afternoon snack, these muffins can be prepared in just 30 minutes. With their irresistible flavor and simplicity, they are sure to become a beloved favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 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
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for cream cheese swirl
- 1 large egg yolk for cream cheese swirl
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fill muffin tins with batter and swirl in cream cheese mixture.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg