Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins are the perfect fall treat—soft, flavorful pumpkin muffins with a rich, creamy swirl of sweetened cream cheese. These muffins are wonderfully moist and packed with warm spices, making them ideal for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. The cream cheese swirl adds a decadent touch that takes these muffins from ordinary to extraordinary!

Ingredients

For the muffins:

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 15 oz pumpkin puree (1 can)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the cream cheese swirl:

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg yolk
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line muffin tin sections with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, sift together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, blend together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pumpkin puree.
4. Add eggs, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until smooth.
6. Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each liner.
7. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, egg yolk, sugar, and vanilla extract for the swirl.
8. Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture into each muffin and swirl with a toothpick.
9. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
10. Let the muffins cool before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 12 muffins

Tips

• Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
• Use a toothpick or skewer to create a beautiful swirl pattern in each muffin.

FAQ

Can I use a different type of sugar?
Yes—brown sugar works well in place of granulated sugar for a deeper flavor.

Can I make mini muffins instead?
Yes! Reduce the baking time to around 12-15 minutes for mini muffins.

Can I freeze these muffins?
Yes, freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.

Can I use canned pumpkin pie mix instead of puree?
You can, but you’ll want to reduce the sugar as the pie mix is pre-sweetened.