{"id":5122,"date":"2025-07-17T17:40:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T17:40:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=5122"},"modified":"2025-07-17T17:40:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T17:40:42","slug":"pumpkin-cream-cheese-swirl-muffins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/17\/pumpkin-cream-cheese-swirl-muffins\/","title":{"rendered":"Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Whether you\u2019re looking for a cozy breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a simple dessert, these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins<\/strong> are the answer. With moist, spiced pumpkin batter and a luscious swirl of sweetened cream cheese, each bite delivers the perfect balance of flavors.<\/p>\n

These muffins are easy to make, travel well, and bring a festive autumn vibe to any occasion. Once you bake a batch, they won\u2019t last long!<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n

For the Muffins:<\/h3>\n
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    1\u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon baking soda<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd teaspoon salt<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 cup granulated sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup brown sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    15 oz can pumpkin puree<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 large eggs<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup vegetable oil<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tablespoon vanilla extract<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Cream Cheese Swirl:<\/h3>\n
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      8 oz cream cheese, softened<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      \u00bc cup granulated sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      1 large egg yolk<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      How to Make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins<\/h2>\n

      1\ufe0f\u20e3 Preheat the Oven<\/h3>\n
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        Set your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        2\ufe0f\u20e3 Mix Dry Ingredients<\/h3>\n
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          In a medium bowl, sift together flour<\/strong>, pumpkin pie spice<\/strong>, baking soda<\/strong>, and salt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          3\ufe0f\u20e3 Prepare the Pumpkin Batter<\/h3>\n
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            In a separate large bowl, blend the granulated sugar<\/strong>, brown sugar<\/strong>, and pumpkin puree<\/strong>until smooth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Add the eggs<\/strong>, vegetable oil<\/strong>, and vanilla extract<\/strong>, mixing until well combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth and lump-free.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            4\ufe0f\u20e3 Make the Cream Cheese Swirl<\/h3>\n
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              In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese<\/strong>, granulated sugar<\/strong>, egg yolk<\/strong>, and vanilla extract<\/strong> until creamy and smooth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              5\ufe0f\u20e3 Assemble the Muffins<\/h3>\n
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                Spoon the pumpkin batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about \u00be full<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Add a generous spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on top of each.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                Using a toothpick, gently swirl the cream cheese into the pumpkin batter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                6\ufe0f\u20e3 Bake<\/h3>\n
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                  Bake for 20 minutes<\/strong>, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Why You\u2019ll Love These Muffins<\/h2>\n
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                    Perfectly Moist:<\/strong> Thanks to the pumpkin puree and oil, these muffins stay soft and tender.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Warm Spices:<\/strong> Pumpkin pie spice adds just the right amount of cozy fall flavor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Creamy Swirl:<\/strong> The tangy cream cheese swirl complements the sweet pumpkin perfectly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                    Great for Make-Ahead:<\/strong>Store them in an airtight container and enjoy all week long.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n

                    These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins<\/strong> bring everything you love about fall baking into one easy, irresistible recipe. Whether you make them for a family gathering, a bake sale, or a cozy weekend treat, they\u2019re guaranteed to impress.<\/p>\n

                    Give this recipe a try and let your kitchen fill with the delicious aromas of pumpkin, spice, and everything nice!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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