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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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If you’re in search of a delightful treat that encapsulates the essence of autumn, look no further than these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Each muffin boasts a soft texture and is filled with a creamy, luscious cream cheese center that adds a rich, indulgent surprise in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, these muffins are sure to impress family and friends alike. With warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg intertwined with the comforting flavor of pumpkin, they offer an irresistible taste that captures the warmth of fall. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, these muffins are a must-try for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 15 oz Pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar (packed light or dark)
  • 1 Large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
  • Coarse sugar (for topping)
  • 4 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 2 TBSP White granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Milk
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing cream cheese, sugar, flour, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  4. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, sour cream, and buttermilk.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter; add cream cheese filling; top with more batter.
  7. Bake for 14 minutes or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

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