Description
These Luscious Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins are moist, tender, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor swirled with creamy, tangy cream cheese. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, these muffins feature a delightful cinnamon-sugar topping that adds a crispy, sweet finish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the milk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep muffins tender.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon-sugar mixture for filling and topping.
- Assemble Muffins: Fill each muffin liner halfway with the batter. Add a teaspoon of the cinnamon-sugar mixture and a small dollop of softened cream cheese in the center. Top with the remaining batter and then sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure the muffins remain fluffy and tender.
- Room temperature cream cheese works best for easy dolloping and smooth texture.
- If desired, add a handful of chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
