Description

Indulge in the delightful Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins! These moist and flavorful treats combine the rich essence of pumpkin with a creamy swirl of sweet cream cheese, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With a quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, these muffins are not only easy to make but also visually appealing, featuring a beautiful cream cheese swirl that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Customize them with your favorite nuts or spices for an added twist. Get ready to enjoy these seasonal delights that will become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

Scale

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

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Fill each muffin cup three-quarters full with batter and top with a tablespoon of cream cheese mixture. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached. Cool before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the muffin batter. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing results.