Description
Indulge in these gooey cinnamon cream cheese muffins, featuring a delightful blend of creamy filling and warm spices, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or alternative)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (cooled)
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; mix in a tablespoon of sugar and a dash of cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients using a spatula; mix gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, add a dollop of cream cheese mixture, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg