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Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Delicious Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins Made Easy

Delight in the flavors of fall with these easy-to-make Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, a perfect treat for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg use sparingly
  • 1/4 teaspoon all spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup canola oil or applesauce for a lighter option
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin or fresh pumpkin, well-pureed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese or mascarpone as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds omit if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted for easier mixing

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin by greasing or lining it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, spices, salt, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: canola oil, pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Beat the cream cheese, brown sugar, and milk until smooth for the filling.
  6. Fill muffin cups halfway with pumpkin batter, add cream cheese filling, then top with more batter.
  7. Combine melted butter, brown sugar, and pumpkin seeds for the topping and sprinkle over muffins.
  8. Bake for approximately 20 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are perfect for customizing with your favorite mix-ins. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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