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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins: Taste Happiness in Every Bite

Delight in these Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins, balancing sweet blueberries and creamy richness—perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Can replace with brown sugar.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Dairy-free option: coconut oil.
  • 1 large egg Can use flax egg for vegan.
  • 3/4 cup milk Dairy alternatives: almond or oat milk.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 1 to 1.5 cups fresh blueberries Frozen blueberries can be used directly.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese Low-fat works great for lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 large egg yolk Enriches texture.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients without overmixing.
  5. Fold in blueberries gently.
  6. In another bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolk until smooth.
  7. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add cream cheese mixture, and top with remaining batter.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm with honey or alongside coffee for an elevated breakfast experience.

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