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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect blend of moist pumpkin muffins and rich cream cheese filling. These treats are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack at any time of year. With a quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can whip up these delicious muffins to impress family and friends at your next gathering. The creamy swirl adds an irresistible touch that will have everyone coming back for more.

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until smooth.
  5. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth; mix in sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  6. Fill each muffin cup with pumpkin batter about three-quarters full and spoon in the cream cheese mixture on top; swirl gently with a toothpick.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

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