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Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Irresistibly Soft Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe

Delight in these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins, a versatile and flavorful treat perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Swap for granulated sugar for a milder taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt gives a coarser texture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted margarine works as a non-dairy alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Always check for freshness.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil is a flavorful option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Honey or agave syrup can be a substitute.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan, use 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce per egg.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for richer taste or almond extract for a fun twist.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute with sour cream or dairy-free yogurt if desired.
  • 1 cup Diced Fresh Strawberries Frozen strawberries may adjust baking time.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Let it warm to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch You may omit if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar is a good substitute.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Cream Any milk (dairy or non-dairy) works beautifully.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cupcake Pan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and salt for the crumb topping. Drizzle melted butter and mix until coarse.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, blend granulated sugar, egg, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold wet into dry, then add diced strawberries.
  4. Beat cream cheese until smooth, add powdered sugar, cornstarch, and a splash of vanilla, mixing until well-combined.
  5. Fill each liner halfway with muffin batter, add a spoonful of cream cheese filling, cover with more batter, and sprinkle crumb topping.
  6. Bake for 22-25 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled muffins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, do not overmix and check the freshness of baking powder.

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