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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with these delightful pumpkin cream cheese muffins. Moist and fluffy, each muffin features a rich swirl of cream cheese that perfectly complements the warm spices and sweet pumpkin. Ideal for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, these easy-to-make treats will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, creating delicious memories for you and your loved ones.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with a bit of sugar until fluffy.
  5. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently until just mixed—don’t overmix.
  6. Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter; add dollops of cream cheese mixture on top before covering with more batter.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Author: Olivia Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg