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To create the perfect Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins, you'll want to understand the essential components that contribute to their delightful texture and flavor. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in crafting a muffin that is not only delicious but also beautifully balanced.

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins

Discover the joy of baking with these irresistible Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins! Soft, fluffy muffins feature a rich cream cheese center and a sweet cinnamon sugar topping, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. This article guides you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions to create these delightful treats in your own kitchen. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and cream cheese in every bite!
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Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.

    Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

      Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

        Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

          Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

            Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon a tablespoon of muffin batter into the bottom of each muffin cup. Add about a teaspoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each muffin, then top with additional batter until each cup is filled about 3/4 full.

              Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle the melted butter over the muffins and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly on top.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Serve and Enjoy: These muffins are best served warm. Enjoy your delightful Cinnamon Cream Cheese Muffins with a cup of coffee or tea!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 35 minutes | 12 muffins