Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins! Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these muffins combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon with the creamy richness of a cream cheese center. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and optionally drizzled with melted white chocolate, they offer a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re serving them to guests or enjoying them with your morning coffee, these muffins are sure to become a favorite. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious, they bring a touch of bakery magic to your kitchen.
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
– One spoonful of the sugar and cinnamon mixture (topping)
– 1/4 cup melted white chocolate is optional (for drizzling)
Directions:
1. Grease a muffin tray with paper liners and preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon in a big bowl.
3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until blended.
5. Combine the powdered sugar and softened cream cheese in a small bowl and mix until smooth.
6. Fill each muffin liner halfway with batter, add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center, and top with more batter to cover the cream cheese.
7. Sprinkle the tops with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
9. After a few minutes, let the muffins cool in the muffin pan before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
10. If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.
Nutrition:
– Prep Time: 15 minutes
– Cooking Time: 20 minutes
– Total Time: 35 minutes
– Calories: 280 kcal per serving
– Servings: 12 muffins