Pumpkin cream cheese muffins are a deliciously moist treat that beautifully blends the flavors of spiced pumpkin and rich cream cheese filling. These muffins are perfect for dessert or a sweet breakfast indulgence, bringing a taste of fall to any occasion. The combination of the spiced pumpkin batter and the creamy, tangy filling creates a delightful contrast that is sure to impress.
Let’s dive into this detailed recipe that will help you create these irresistible muffins!
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg