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Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling

Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling Bliss

Indulge in delightful Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling, perfect for autumn baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Muffin Ingredients
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Substitute with applesauce for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar gives a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon Adjust to taste preference.
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Adjust to taste preference.
  • 1 tsp Cloves Adjust to taste preference.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter or coconut oil can add unique flavors.
Cream Cheese Filling Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Mascarpone works as a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Use pure maple syrup for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Rubber Spatula
  • whisk
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth and then fold in the heavy cream and maple syrup until fluffy.
  6. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter and add a dollop of cream cheese filling in the center, covering slightly with batter.
  7. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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