Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins
40 min.
24
170kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a delicious and vegetarian-friendly breakfast option that's perfect for morning meals, brunch, or even a tasty snack? Look no further than these Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins! With a delightful balance of flavors and textures, these muffins are not only easy to make but also serve as a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Packed with the goodness of pumpkin, these muffins boast a moist and tender crumb, while the cream cheese filling adds a rich, tangy contrast that elevates the overall experience. Each bite is a symphony of fall flavors, thanks to the aromatic pumpkin pie spice, and you can even add a pecan half on top for an extra touch of crunch and elegance.

With a total time of just 40 minutes, these Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins are a fantastic choice for busy mornings or when you need to whip up a quick and satisfying brunch. Each muffin contains around 170 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence. So why not give your taste buds a treat and try making these delicious, vegetarian Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins today? Your family and friends will be glad you did!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup pumpkin puree canned
  • 0.5 cup canola oil 
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 24  pecans 
  • teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. For the filling, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg and sugar until smooth; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Beat the eggs, sugar, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
  2. Divide half of the batter among 24 greased or paper-lined muffin cups. Drop filling by teaspoonfuls over batter. Top with remaining batter.
  3. Place a pecan on each muffin if desired.
  4. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories170kcal
Protein6.31%
Fat30.81%
Carbs62.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.59
Glycemic Load
18.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
4.9339130287585%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.15mg
Delphinidin
0.1mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.01kcal
8.5%
Fat:5.94g
9.14%
Saturated Fat:2.29g
14.29%
Carbohydrates:27.3g
9.1%
Net Carbohydrates:26.51g
9.64%
Sugar:17.45g
19.39%
Cholesterol:30mg
10%
Sodium:132.57mg
5.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.48%
Vitamin A:1746.77IU
34.94%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.06%
Selenium:6.69µg
9.56%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.23%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.8%
Folate:26.47µg
6.62%
Iron:0.89mg
4.92%
Phosphorus:41.4mg
4.14%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.82%
Fiber:0.78g
3.14%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.95%
Copper:0.05mg
2.63%
Vitamin K:2.67µg
2.54%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.42%
Magnesium:8.47mg
2.12%
Calcium:19.54mg
1.95%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.92%
Potassium:61.37mg
1.75%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.47%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.16%