Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins
Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat that combines fluffy muffin texture with a creamy, tangy filling. Bursting with fresh strawberries, these muffins create a magical aroma in your kitchen and deliver an irresistible flavor experience. Perfect for brunches, picnics, or an afternoon snack, they bring joy to any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries into the batter.
- Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add a tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on top, then cover with remaining batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest or using different berries like blueberries. Store muffins in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.