Description
Pumpkin cream cheese muffins are a delightful fall treat that perfectly blends warm spices and creamy filling. These moist, fluffy muffins are bursting with flavor and are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack. Each bite offers a comforting reminder of autumn, making them a favorite for gatherings or quiet moments at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in dollops of cream cheese.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg