Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Recipe for Printing)
Celebrate fall mornings with moist pumpkin cream cheese muffins inspired by Starbucks. Filled with warm spices and a creamy swirl, they're perfect for October breakfast or a Thanksgiving treat. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup pumpkin puree
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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6 ounces cream cheese, softened
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon milk, optional
→ Toppings
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2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
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Granulated sugar, for dusting
# How to Make It:
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In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. If mixture is too thick, add milk gradually until a pipeable consistency is reached. Transfer the filling to a piping bag and refrigerate.
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In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender crumb.
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Divide the muffin batter evenly among lined muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full.
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Pipe or spoon the chilled cream cheese mixture into the center of each muffin, pressing gently so it is slightly submerged.
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Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and a light dusting of granulated sugar over each muffin for added texture and flavor.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean. Cool in the pan briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for a consistent batter texture.