Cream Cheese Muffin Puffs

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Indulge in the irresistible delight of Cream Cheese Muffin Puffs, a heavenly treat that combines moist, fluffy muffins with a hidden pocket of rich, creamy sweetness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these muffins are made with a lusciously smooth cream cheese center wrapped inside a tender vanilla-scented batter. Topped with a sprinkle of fragrant cinnamon, each bite offers a perfect balance of comforting spice and velvety decadence. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe delivers bakery-worthy results right in your kitchen. Plus, they’re make-ahead friendly—simply store them in the refrigerator and enjoy whenever your sweet tooth calls. Whether served warm or at room temperature, Cream Cheese Muffin Puffs are guaranteed to impress!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter may be slightly lumpy, which is fine.

5. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

6. Spoon a small amount of batter (about 1 tablespoon) into each prepared muffin cup. Then, add about a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each. Finally, cover the cream cheese dollop with another tablespoon of batter, ensuring the cream cheese is fully enclosed.

7. Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over each muffin for extra flavor (optional but recommended).

8. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese) comes out clean.

9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Serve the Cream Cheese Muffin Puffs warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (89.8g)

Calories		295
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		16.1 g	21%
	Saturated Fat	9.7 g	48%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		60 mg	20%
Sodium		208 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		33.3 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	0.7 g	3%
	Total Sugars	16.8 g
Protein		4.6 g	9%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	2%
Calcium		51 mg	4%
Iron		0.9 mg	5%
Potassium		73 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1730 cal (48.8%%)

Protein: 221 cal (6.2%%)

Carbs: 1596 cal (45.0%%)