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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin and creamy cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these muffins are quick to make and bring joy to any occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy freshly baked muffins that are moist, flavorful, and sure to become a family favorite. Whether paired with coffee or served at gatherings, these muffins are versatile enough to please everyone!

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your 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. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree with granulated and brown sugars. Beat in eggs and vegetable oil until smooth. Gradually add dry ingredients until fully combined.
  4. For the cream cheese mixture, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Fill each muffin cup with batter about three-quarters full. Add about one tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on top and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached.

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