Description
These Gooey Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins are the ultimate indulgent treat for breakfast or brunch! They feature a soft, fluffy muffin base with a surprise swirl of sweet cream cheese filling in the middle. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and an optional white chocolate drizzle, these muffins are bursting with warm cinnamon flavors and a delicious creamy center. Perfect for cozy mornings or sharing with friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar mixture (for topping)
- Optional: 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Blend the Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Muffins: Fill each muffin liner halfway with the batter. Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then top with more batter to cover the cream cheese.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (not the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. If desired, drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cream Cheese Filling: Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to get a smooth filling without lumps.
- Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. To freeze, place in an airtight container and store for up to 3 months.
- Customization Options: Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter for extra texture. For a different flavor, substitute the cream cheese filling with a dollop of jam or nut butter!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins, Cinnamon Muffins, Cream Cheese Muffins, Breakfast Muffins