Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins: Delightfully Easy & Homemade Treats
Discover the joy of baking these delightful Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Add a dollop of cream cheese to the center of each muffin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, add chocolate chips or dried cranberries.
- These muffins are best served warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin, Muffins, Cream Cheese, Dessert