Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins: Easy Delight for Fall Mornings
These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are a delicious treat, perfect for morning enjoyment during the fall season. With a moist pumpkin base and a rich cream cheese filling, they are sure to become a favorite!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and pumpkin puree.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Spoon half the batter into the muffin cups, then add a dollop of cream cheese, followed by the remaining batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter muffin, consider adding a bit more sugar.
- These muffins can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pumpkin, muffins, fall recipes, cream cheese