Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with our irresistible Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins. These moist and flavorful treats are the perfect blend of pumpkin spice goodness and creamy cheesecake swirls. Whether you’re baking for a fall gathering or simply craving a seasonal delight, these muffins are sure to impress. Follow our easy recipe below to create a batch of these delectable goodies in your own kitchen.
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie 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
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Swirl:oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fill Muffin Cups: Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full with the pumpkin batter, distributing evenly among the cups.
Prepare Cream Cheese Swirl: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Swirl in Cream Cheese: Drop a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the top of each muffin. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the cream cheese into the pumpkin batter, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. These muffins are best enjoyed warm, with a cup of coffee or tea.