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Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins

Three pumpkin cheesecake muffins, one with a bite taken to reveal the creamy cheesecake filling.
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Enjoy Starbucks-style pumpkin muffins with a creamy cheesecake center. These moist muffins are perfect for meal prep and freezing, offering a delicious taste of fall.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  6. Fill each muffin liner about one-third full with the pumpkin batter.
  7. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheesecake filling into the center of each muffin.
  8. Top with the remaining pumpkin batter, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened before making the filling.
  • You can freeze these muffins for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature or gently reheat them in the oven or microwave.
  • These muffins are great for meal planning and can be a convenient breakfast or dessert option.

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