Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Muffins filled with a luscious Maple Cream Cheese Filling. These moist and spiced muffins offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth, making them an ideal treat for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Each bite reveals a creamy surprise that elevates your muffin experience. Whether enjoyed as a sweet breakfast or a comforting snack, these delectable treats are sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, they are easy to make and great for meal prep, allowing you to savor the taste of autumn all season long!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (for filling)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (for filling)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk together oil and sugars until combined; mix in pumpkin puree, vanilla, eggs, and milk.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, spices, and salt until just combined.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
- Bake for 20-24 minutes until muffins spring back when pressed.
- To make the filling, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks; beat softened cream cheese and fold in whipped cream with maple syrup.
- Once cooled, fill muffins with the cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 48mg