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Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe

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4.9 from 93 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

This recipe recreates Starbucks’ famous Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, featuring moist pumpkin spice batter enveloping a luscious cream cheese filling. Perfect for fall mornings or an indulgent snack, these muffins combine warm spices and smooth cream cheese for a delicious seasonal treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup milk

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper muffin liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Beat Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the eggs and granulated sugar until combined. Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and milk, mixing until smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing gently to avoid overworking the batter and keeping it light and tender.
  5. Portion Batter: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the pumpkin batter.
  6. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  7. Add Cream Cheese Filling: Spoon about one heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each muffin cup, gently pressing it down slightly into the batter.
  8. Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
  9. Cool Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Serve and Store: For best flavor, let the muffins cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before eating.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure tender muffins.
  • Use fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned for the best flavor.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a slight twist.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and a plant-based milk.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Pumpkin muffins, Coffee cake, Cream cheese filling, Starbucks copycat, Fall recipes, Spiced muffins

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