Go Back
–+ servings
Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins for Cozy Fall Mornings

Delight in these Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, combining warm spices and creamy goodness, perfect for cozy fall breakfasts.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Spice Use cinnamon and nutmeg as substitutes
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Use fresh for the best results
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Fresh puree can be used if smooth
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs Room temperature eggs mix better
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted, cooled butter can also be used
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature; low-fat can be used
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar For cream cheese filling
  • 1 Large Egg Yolk Room temperature
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract For cream cheese filling

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar for filling, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  6. Fill muffin cups with pumpkin batter, dollop cream cheese mixture on top, and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing results. Avoid overmixing for fluffy muffins.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!