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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, perfect for fall or any time you crave a sweet treat. These moist muffins are infused with spiced pumpkin and topped with a luscious cream cheese swirl that melts into perfection as they bake. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these irresistible muffins that are sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for cream cheese mixture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin spice, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fill muffin tins about three-fourths full.
  4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the additional sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  5. Top each muffin with a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with moist crumbs. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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