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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful warmth of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for any occasion. These muffins feature a rich, moist pumpkin base swirled with creamy cheese, creating a delectable contrast that will leave your taste buds craving more. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, they come together in just 30 minutes. Customize your muffins with nuts or chocolate chips to make them uniquely yours. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or saved for later, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.

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
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
  • 1 large egg yolk (for cream cheese mixture)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for cream cheese mixture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar and egg yolk until smooth.
  5. Fill muffin cups with pumpkin batter about 3/4 full. Top with a tablespoon of cream cheese mixture and swirl gently using a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool before serving.

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