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Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese

Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese for Cozy Mornings

Delightful Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese are perfect for cozy mornings. Their warm flavors capture the essence of autumn.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Use pure pumpkin without added spices
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for a hint of molasses
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Can replace with three times the amount of baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice works as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for balancing flavors
  • 2 large eggs Use flaxseed meal as a vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Melted coconut oil can be used as an alternative
For the Maple Cream Cheese Filling
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used as substitutes
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Switch to vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup whipped cream Use store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Gently add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in maple syrup and fold in whipped cream.
  6. Spoon batter into lined muffin cups, add filling in the center, and top with more batter.
  7. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the tops before baking.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Whip cream cheese thoroughly for a light filling. Avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness. Allow to cool before serving.

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