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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins offer a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors with juicy fresh blueberries and a luscious cream cheese center. These moist, tender muffins are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or brunch, made from simple pantry ingredients and easy to prepare. Their beautiful presentation and delightful taste make them a favorite treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside for later use in the muffins.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  5. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold fresh blueberries into the batter, being careful not to crush them, for even distribution throughout the muffins.
  6. Assemble Muffins with Cream Cheese: Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center, then top with remaining batter to cover the filling completely.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until muffin tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the batter (avoiding cream cheese pockets) comes out clean.

Notes

  • Chill the cream cheese slightly before using to keep it from melting into the batter.
  • Use fresh blueberries for best texture and flavor; if using frozen, toss them lightly in flour to prevent sinking.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure the muffins stay tender and fluffy.
  • Line muffin tin with paper liners or grease well to prevent sticking.
  • Start checking muffins a few minutes before the recommended baking time to avoid overbaking and drying out.

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Keywords: Blueberry muffins, Cream cheese muffins, Breakfast muffins, Cream cheese filling, Moist muffins

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