Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Swirl
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese Swirl. Each muffin is a perfect blend of spiced pumpkin and creamy filling, creating a moist, fluffy treat that’s ideal for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack. The rich cream cheese swirl adds a decadent touch that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Add one tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on top and cover with more batter. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg