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Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins

Soft and filled with a sweet cream cheese center, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these muffins offer a delightful texture and flavor combination.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar mixture (for topping)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted (for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Fill each muffin liner halfway with the batter. Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then top with more batter to cover the cream cheese.
  7. Sprinkle the tops with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (not the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
  9. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.

Notes

These muffins are best served fresh but can be frozen for up to two months. For a less creamy filling, low-fat cream cheese can be used.

  • Author: Unknown
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Breakfast/Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 40