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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for any occasion. These moist muffins combine the warm essence of pumpkin with a rich cream cheese filling, creating a sweet and creamy experience that everyone will love. Whether served as a breakfast delight, afternoon snack, or dessert, these muffins are sure to impress with their beautiful swirls and comforting taste. Quick to make and easy to share, they’re ideal for gatherings or cozy family moments during the fall season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 large egg yolk (for filling)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line your 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 with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then incorporate oil and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix well.
  5. Fill muffin tins about three-quarters full with batter. Top each muffin with about one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and swirl gently using a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the muffins comes out clean.

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