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STARBUCKS PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS RECIPE

Delight in these deliciously moist pumpkin muffins filled with a creamy center, reminiscent of the popular treat from your favorite coffee shop. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: STARBUCKS PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS RECIPE
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 19 minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes
Servings: 15

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin tray
  • Muffin liners

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter melted and cooled
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon milk

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tray by lining it with muffin liners or coating with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and well blended.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
  • To prepare the cream cheese filling, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, and milk in a small bowl, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  • Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag or a Ziploc bag with a small corner cut off. Pipe a dollop of the cream cheese filling into the center of each muffin cup, allowing it to sink slightly into the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tray for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Notes

For added texture and flavor, consider sprinkling some oats on top of the muffins before baking.