Description

Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Perfect for any time of the day, these delightful muffins are a delicious blend of moist pumpkin batter and rich cream cheese swirls. They come together in just 30 minutes and are sure to impress at breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet afternoon snack. With their inviting aroma and decadent taste, these muffins will quickly become a cherished favorite among family and friends.

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 (or melted butter)
8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
1 large egg yolk (for cream cheese mixture)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper 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 until smooth. Beat in eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually combine the dry ingredients until just mixed.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with pumpkin batter and top each with cream cheese mixture. Use a toothpick to swirl.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean with few crumbs attached. Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg