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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins


  • Author: Kelly Merritt
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Discover the warm, cozy recipe that will elevate your fall baking!


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Fill each muffin cup halfway with the pumpkin batter, then add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on top, followed by more pumpkin batter to fill the cups about 3/4 full.
  7. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the cream cheese into the pumpkin batter.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add more cinnamon or a pinch of cloves.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • They freeze well; just wrap them tightly and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins