Spiced Cream Cheese Coffee Pumpkin Muffins

These delectable Spiced Cream Cheese Coffee Pumpkin Muffins are a perfect blend of warm spices, creamy cheesecake filling, and rich pumpkin flavor. Moist and fluffy, these muffins are infused with the aromatic essence of coffee, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack.
ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- 3.
In a separate large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, coffee, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
- 4.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5.
In a small bowl, whisk together cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy.
- 6.
Divide half of the muffin batter evenly among the muffin cups. Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each muffin cup. Top with the remaining batter, covering the cream cheese completely.
- 7.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the muffins comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
Serve these luscious Spiced Cream Cheese Coffee Pumpkin Muffins as a delightful treat to brighten up your day!