Pumpkin Muffins with Cream Cheese (Print)
Moist pumpkin muffins with cream cheese swirl, perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves for a delicious fall treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Muffin Batter
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180g all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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100g granulated sugar
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100g packed light brown sugar
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245g canned pumpkin puree
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120ml vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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115g cream cheese, softened
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50g granulated sugar
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1 large egg yolk
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well combined.
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In a large bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and homogeneous.
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Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the muffins tough.
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Beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Spoon 2 tablespoons of pumpkin batter into each muffin cup. Add 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture to the center, then top with another tablespoon of pumpkin batter. Fill each cup approximately 3/4 full.
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Using a toothpick, gently swirl the cream cheese and pumpkin batters together to create an attractive marbled pattern.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
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The spice blend can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences.