Description
Deliciously moist and fluffy Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins featuring a tender crumb enriched with cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these muffins combine the classic flavors of creamy cheese and juicy berries in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour (270 g)
- 1 cup sugar (196 g)
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 5–8 medium strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line your muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and flavors.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, cream cheese, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the cream cheese is well incorporated.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter which can make muffins tough.
- Add Strawberries: Fold in the chopped strawberries carefully so they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Scoop the batter into the paper-lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely to prevent sogginess.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to blend well with other wet ingredients for a smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Line muffin tin with paper liners for easy removal and cleanup.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry muffins, cream cheese muffins, breakfast muffins, easy muffin recipe, quick breakfast, moist muffins
