Cream Cheese Filled Cinnamon Sugar Muffins

These delectable Cream Cheese Filled Cinnamon Sugar Muffins are the perfect treat for any time of day. Soft and fluffy on the outside, with a surprise of creamy cheese filling inside, these muffins are finished off with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, they’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.

Ingredients:

Muffins:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large egg

Cream Cheese Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the tin with non-stick spray.
2. Prepare the Muffin Batter:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
   • In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until well combined.
   • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the Muffins:
   • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of muffin batter into each muffin cup, making sure the bottom is covered.
   • Add a dollop of cream cheese filling (about 1 teaspoon) to the center of each muffin cup.
   • Cover the cream cheese filling with another tablespoon of muffin batter, ensuring the cream cheese is fully enclosed.
5. Bake the Muffins:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean (the cream cheese filling may still be soft).
6. Prepare the Topping:
   • While the muffins are baking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
7. Add the Topping:
   • As soon as the muffins come out of the oven, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top while they are still warm.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your delicious Cream Cheese Filled Cinnamon Sugar Muffins with a cup of coffee or tea!

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