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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins


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4.5 from 29 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Warm and comforting pumpkin muffins with a rich cream cheese center, perfect for breakfast or as a seasonal dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ginger

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg