Description
These Luscious Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor and creamy cheese swirls. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, they feature a delightful cinnamon-sugar filling and a smooth cream cheese surprise in every bite. Baked to golden perfection, these muffins combine classic comfort with a rich twist.
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
- 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 to combine the dry elements evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the milk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Make Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which keeps the muffins tender.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon-sugar filling.
- Assemble Muffins: Fill each muffin liner halfway with batter. Add a teaspoon of the cinnamon-sugar mixture and a small dollop of softened cream cheese on top. Then, cover with the remaining batter and sprinkle with the leftover cinnamon-sugar mixture for a sweet topping.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin 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 and are easy to remove.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to easily dollop into the muffins.
- Use fresh cinnamon for the best flavor.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Reheat gently in the microwave for a few seconds before serving for a warm treat.
