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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 comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling. Moist and fluffy, these delightful treats are generously filled with a creamy maple-infused center that surprises and delights in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, these muffins are quick to prepare and family-friendly, making them a go-to recipe for busy days or cozy gatherings. With the warm spices of cinnamon and cloves paired with sweet pumpkin puree, they embody the essence of autumn. Make a batch ahead of time, store them in your fridge, and enjoy this seasonal favorite whenever the craving strikes!

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 cup 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 plant-based butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, eggs, and milk until combined.
  3. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, spices, and salt until mixed but not overmixed.
  4. Prepare the topping by mixing granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  5. Fill a greased muffin tin three-quarters full with batter; sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
  6. Bake for 20-24 minutes until muffins spring back when pressed.
  7. For the filling, beat heavy cream to stiff peaks; then mix softened cream cheese and maple syrup until smooth and fold in whipped cream.
  8. Cool muffins completely before filling them using a piping bag.

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