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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for any time of day. These muffins combine the rich, warm essence of pumpkin with a creamy filling that melts in your mouth. Infused with fragrant spices, they are moist, fluffy, and incredibly satisfying. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or as a sweet dessert option, these muffins are not only easy to make but also enjoyable for all baking levels. Bake a batch to share with friends and family during cozy gatherings or festive occasions—these muffins are sure to become a beloved staple in your fall baking repertoire.

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)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 2 TBSP white granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp milk
  • Coarse sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese with sugar, flour, milk, and vanilla until creamy.
  6. Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter; add a dollop of cream cheese filling and top with more batter until three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for about 14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow cooling before enjoying.

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