Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect blend of moist pumpkin and rich cream cheese that will enchant your taste buds. These muffins are not only quick and easy to make, but they also offer a warm, inviting flavor thanks to the added pumpkin spice. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet snack, they can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these muffins are sure to impress everyone with their creamy swirl and festive appeal.

Ingredients

Scale

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)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin pan with paper baking cups.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugars, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until combined; stir in dry ingredients until just mixed.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Fill each muffin cup with batter about three-quarters full. Add a dollop of cream cheese mixture on top and swirl gently using a toothpick.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
Calories: 240
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For extra flavor variations, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. Substitute some all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.