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Dive into the sweet and spicy delight of these Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins. Each muffin is filled with a creamy center and topped with a crisp cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for a cozy breakfast or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
- 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)
Directions
- Prep the Oven and Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. This mixture will ensure each muffin has a sweet and slightly spicy flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. This filling will create a creamy surprise in the center of each muffin.
- Assemble Muffins:
- Fill each muffin liner halfway with the batter.
- Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture to the center of each, then cover with more batter, ensuring the cream cheese is completely enclosed.
- Sprinkle the tops with the cinnamon sugar mixture for a delightful crunch.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the side (not into the cream cheese) comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serve these Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s sure to please any palate!
Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins
Dive into the sweet and spicy delight of these Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins. Each muffin is filled with a creamy center and topped with a crisp cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for a cozy breakfast or an indulgent snack.
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Topping
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar mixture for topping
- 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted optional for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fill muffin liners halfway with batter, add cream cheese mixture, cover with more batter, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.
Notes
Serve warm for the best experience.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalFat: 15g
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