Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Muffins are a seasonal delight, combining the cozy flavors of pumpkin spice with a creamy cheesecake center. Each muffin is fluffy, moist, and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert. With simple ingredients and easy steps, these muffins are ideal for cozy gatherings or leisurely weekend mornings. The delightful aroma will fill your kitchen, inviting everyone to indulge in this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla until smooth; fold into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until creamy.
- Spoon half of the pumpkin batter into muffin cups, add dollops of cream cheese mixture on top, then layer with remaining batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg