Cream Cheese Zucchini Muffins
Cream Cheese Zucchini Muffins are a deliciously moist treat that perfectly blends the subtle sweetness of zucchini with a rich cream cheese filling. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or brunch gatherings, these muffins offer a delightful texture and a hint of nostalgia from comforting family kitchens. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they make for a quick and satisfying bake that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine eggs and vanilla; mix in grated zucchini and softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before enjoying warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (65g)
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Drain excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. - Swap half of the flour with whole wheat or almond flour for added nutrition. - Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture.