Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a delightful fusion of moist pumpkin muffins and a rich cream cheese swirl. Perfect for any time of day, these muffins are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Their warm spices and creamy texture make them an irresistible fall treat that will impress family and friends alike. Whether served at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or as part of your dessert spread, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, you won’t be able to resist the scrumptious combination of flavors in every bite.
- 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 (or melted butter)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for cream cheese mixture
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and place paper baking cups in a muffin pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and egg yolk until smooth.
- Fill muffin tins three-fourths full with batter; add one tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on top and swirl gently with a toothpick.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg