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Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe
Introduction
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These muffins are a delightful treat combining the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon with the rich, creamy tang of a cream cheese center. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, they feature a moist texture, gooey filling, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for added sweetness. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress.
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:
- Cinnamon sugar
- Optional: Melted white chocolate or vanilla cream for drizzle
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Form the Batter: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until creamy.
- Assemble Muffins:
- Fill each liner halfway with batter.
- Add a dollop of cream cheese filling.
- Top with more batter until the liners are 3/4 full.
- Topping and Baking:
- Sprinkle the tops with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the side of the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
- Cool and Decorate:
- Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate or vanilla cream over the tops.
Conclusion
Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins are a comforting and indulgent treat that can be enjoyed any time of day. Their perfect combination of creamy filling and spiced muffin makes them a standout addition to any baking repertoire. Whether served fresh from the oven or at room temperature, they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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