Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Spice Muffins featuring a luscious cream cheese filling. Moist and flavorful, these delightful treats are topped with crunchy pecans, making them the perfect addition to any cozy gathering or a simple afternoon snack. The warm spices meld beautifully with the creamy center, promising to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

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1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup pumpkin puree (canned, unsweetened)
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
2 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons corn syrup
½ cup brown sugar (packed)
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
¼ cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
⅓ cup powdered sugar (or icing sugar)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside.
In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugars, eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; stir until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add cream cheese filling on top, then cover with more batter.
Sprinkle chopped pecans on top and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg