Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Indulge in the Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins—a delightful blend of moist pumpkin goodness and luscious cream cheese swirls that will leave everyone craving more. These muffins are quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With the warm spices of pumpkin spice mingling with sweet cream cheese, each bite is a harmonious experience perfect for any occasion. Whether served warm or cooled, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.
- 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
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 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 the flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill muffin tins about three-quarters full with batter and top each with a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 34mg