Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins. With a rich, creamy center and a cinnamon-sugar topping, they're the perfect treat for any time of day!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese filling)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the granulated sugar, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Muffins: Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture to the center, then top with more batter until the cups are about ¾ full.
- Cinnamon Topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter. Sprinkle generously over the tops of the muffins.
- Baking: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Substitutions and Variations:
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Add chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture.
- Swap part of the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
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Storage Tips:
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-10 minutes.
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Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy warm with whipped cream or icing.
- Pair with coffee or tea for a cozy treat.
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Baking Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- For more cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g