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Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Cream Cheese Filling

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These muffins bring fall flavors to life with a delightful pumpkin base and a creamy maple filling. They’re easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 44 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Whisk vegetable oil, sugars, pumpkin puree, vanilla, eggs, and milk together.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, spices, and salt in another bowl.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon for the topping in a small bowl with melted butter.
  • Fill muffin tins with batter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake for 20-24 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth and mix in whipped cream and maple syrup.
  • Create a pocket in cooled muffins and fill with the cream cheese mixture.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Don’t over-mix the batter to keep muffins tender.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg