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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins: The Best Indulgent Fall Treat

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
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These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are the perfect blend of fall flavors, combining the richness of pumpkin with a creamy cheese filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fill the muffin cups halfway with batter, then add a dollop of cream cheese in the center, and top with more batter.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Adjust the spices according to your preference for a more or less spicy muffin.

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Keywords: Pumpkin, Muffins, Cream Cheese, Fall, Dessert

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