Description

Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins. Each muffin is a fluffy treat infused with spiced pumpkin and a creamy swirl of rich cream cheese, creating an irresistible blend that will brighten your mornings. Perfect for any gathering or a simple breakfast, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup pumpkin puree
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs
½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Beat softened cream cheese with a little sugar until light and fluffy in a separate bowl.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Spoon half of the batter into each muffin cup; add dollops of cream cheese mixture on top and cover with remaining batter. Use a toothpick to create swirls.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until muffins spring back when lightly pressed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (90g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added texture, incorporate chocolate chips or nuts into the batter. Try substituting pumpkin puree with butternut squash or sweet potato for a twist. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.