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Best Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these delectable swirled pumpkin cream cheese muffins. Each muffin boasts a moist pumpkin base topped with a luscious cream cheese swirl that melts beautifully during baking. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy mornings at home.

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 and cooled 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 the 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, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  5. Fill muffin tins about three-quarters full with the pumpkin batter. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on top of each muffin and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs. Allow cooling for 10 minutes before serving.

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