Cream Cheese Muffins (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1 cup granulated sugar.
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1 tbsp baking powder.
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1/2 tsp salt.
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1 tsp ground cinnamon.
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted.
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1 cup milk.
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2 large eggs.
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1 tsp vanilla extract.
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8 oz cream cheese, softened.
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1/4 cup powdered sugar.
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1 tbsp cinnamon sugar mixture (for topping).
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Optional: 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted (for drizzle).
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tray with paper liners.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated.
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In another small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until a smooth paste forms.
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Spoon the muffin batter halfway into each liner. Add a dollop of cream cheese filling in the center, then cover with more batter.
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Generously sprinkle the tops with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden and a tester inserted in the batter comes out clean.
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Let the muffins cool briefly in the tin, then transfer to a rack. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired, then serve.
Notes:
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These gooey cinnamon muffins feature a sweet cream cheese center, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or a snack.
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Optional white chocolate drizzle adds an extra touch of sweetness.
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Be careful not to overmix the batter for fluffier muffins.