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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe

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4.9 from 145 reviews
  • Author: Victor
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these moist and fluffy Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins, featuring a luscious cream cheese filling nestled inside a tender blueberry-studded batter. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these muffins combine the tartness of fresh blueberries with a creamy, sweet center, all baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy removal and cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until they come together, taking care not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
  5. Add Blueberries: Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries to evenly distribute them throughout the batter without crushing them.
  6. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and the egg yolk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  7. Assemble Muffins: Spoon muffin batter halfway into each liner, then dollop a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter in each cup. Cover with the remaining muffin batter, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  8. Bake: Bake the muffins for 18–22 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (not the filling) comes out clean.
  9. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool slightly in the tin before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their shape and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for best results; frozen can be used but do not thaw to avoid discoloring the batter.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy blending and smooth filling.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • If desired, sprinkle sugar on top of muffins before baking for a sweet crunchy crust.
  • 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: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: blueberry muffins, cream cheese muffins, breakfast muffins, berry muffins, homemade muffins, soft muffins, easy muffin recipe

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