Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for any time of year, especially during the cozy fall season. These muffins marry the rich taste of pumpkin puree with a luscious cream cheese swirl, creating a moist and flavorful bite that’s sure to please your family and friends. Ready in just 30 minutes, they are quick to prepare and versatile enough for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. Whether you enjoy them warm or at room temperature, these muffins will become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 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
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients until combined.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill muffin cups 3/4 full with batter and top with cream cheese mixture; swirl gently with a toothpick.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg