Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Muffin Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Set aside.
Assemble the Muffins
- Spoon a tablespoon of muffin batter into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- Add a heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese filling on top of the batter.
- Top with another tablespoon of muffin batter, covering the cream cheese filling completely.
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the muffins.
Bake the Muffins
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Notes
These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.