Description

Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with Pumpkin Spice Muffins featuring a luscious cream cheese filling. These delightful muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with pumpkin goodness, perfectly complemented by a rich and tangy cream cheese center. Ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy breakfasts, or a sweet snack, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. With simple preparation steps and customizable toppings, these muffins offer both convenience and versatility. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a delicious treat throughout the week.

Ingredients

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1 cup chopped pecans
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
3 large eggs
¼ cup milk
3 teaspoons corn syrup
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
⅓ cup powdered sugar (or icing sugar)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup brown sugar (packed)
2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin with liners.
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt.
Combine melted butter, eggs, milk, and pumpkin puree in a separate bowl.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add cream cheese filling, then top with more batter until three-quarters full.
Bake for 25–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg