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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the delightful Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, where rich pumpkin flavor meets a luscious cream cheese topping. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings, making them a versatile addition to your fall recipes. With their moist texture and beautiful swirls, they are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy, ensuring you can whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes. Enjoy them warm with coffee or tea, or freeze them for later enjoyment—your family will love these seasonal treats!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x

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 (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for topping
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about three-fourths full with pumpkin batter and top with cream cheese mixture. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool before serving.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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