Description
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are the ultimate fall treat, bursting with the comforting flavors of pumpkin and a luscious cream cheese center. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings, these muffins offer a delightful blend of spices that warm your soul. With every bite, you’ll savor the essence of autumn, making them an irresistible addition to your seasonal baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust as desired)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with 1 tablespoon sugar and vanilla extract until smooth; set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, and sugar; stir until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Add a tablespoon of cream cheese filling, then cover with remaining batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg