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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe

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Indulge in a delightful breakfast experience with these Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins. These fluffy muffins combine the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries with a rich, creamy filling made of smooth cream cheese to create a perfect balance of flavors. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, they are ideal for brunch, snack time, or a sweet treat any time of day.

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

Fillings and Toppings

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for cream cheese filling)
  • 1 egg yolk (for cream cheese filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, whole egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  5. Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold fresh blueberries into the batter, being gentle to prevent them from breaking and coloring the batter.
  6. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
  7. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about halfway.
  8. Add Cream Cheese Mixture: Place a heaping teaspoon of the cream cheese filling on top of the batter in each muffin cup.
  9. Top with Remaining Batter: Cover the cream cheese layer with the remaining muffin batter until each cup is about three-quarters full.
  10. Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool Down: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for best texture and flavor; frozen berries may cause sogginess.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins; stir until ingredients are just combined.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth filling.
  • Adjust baking time slightly depending on your oven’s performance; check doneness a few minutes early.
  • Let muffins cool slightly before eating to enhance flavor and prevent burning from hot filling.
  • Optional: Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a warming spice note.

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