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Dreamy Pumpkin Muffins with Creamy Cheese Swirl

These pumpkin muffins combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice with a tangy, creamy cheese swirl for a delightful fall treat. They are incredibly moist, perfectly spiced, and bursting with flavor, offering a bakery-quality experience at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Paper liners
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Electric mixer or hand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Toothpick or knife
  • wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil.
  4. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and whisk until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  7. Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full with the pumpkin batter.
  8. Spoon a dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of the cream cheese mixture on top of each muffin.
  9. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the pumpkin batter to create a marbled effect. Don't over-swirl.
  10. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  11. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Enjoy your delicious Dreamy Pumpkin Muffins with Creamy Cheese Swirl!

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients for the cream cheese swirl. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough muffins. To store, keep the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. For an extra touch, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried cranberries to the pumpkin batter. A maple glaze drizzled over the cooled muffins will also enhance the flavor.