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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins

Delicious and fluffy, these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins combine rich pumpkin flavor with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese swirl, making them a comforting treat perfect for autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs preferably at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute whole wheat flour if desired
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened make sure at room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  2. In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and remaining sugars until just combined. Be careful not to overbeat.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing!
Swirling and Baking
  1. Spoon a layer of the pumpkin batter into each muffin cup, then add a dollop of the cream cheese mixture on top. Use a toothpick or knife to create a swirl by gently mixing the two layers.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy them warm!

Notes

Top Tips: You can substitute whole wheat flour or use honey/maple syrup as sweeteners. Check muffins before the stated bake time, and avoid overmixing the batter.