Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Like Starbucks)

Name: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Like Starbucks)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; 1 pinch cardamom (optional); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 5 eggs; 2 cups sugar and 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 cups pumpkin; 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil; 8 ounces cream cheese; walnuts (optional) or pecans (optional)

Servings: persons

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 pinch cardamom (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
5 eggs
2 cups sugar and 3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups pumpkin
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
8 ounces cream cheese
walnuts (optional) or pecans (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Mix cream cheese with one egg and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Put the entire mixture on a piece of wax paper or parchment paper and shape it into a long log.
3
Put it in the freezer while you mix and fill the pans, up to an hour.
4
Unwrap and cut with a sharp knife so each cream cheese disk equals 1-2 teaspoons. If the cream cheese disks are too big around, cut thick slices and then cut them in half. This lets you push it down into the batter easier.
5
Mix all ingredients together (except cream cheese and nuts).
6
Fill muffin tins (greased or paper cups) half full.
7
Put cream cheese disc in the middle, pressing down.
8
Sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped nuts.
9
Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the muffin part (do not touch the cream cheese!).
10
Let cool in pans for 5 minutes, then remove to racks to cool completely. Do not touch the cream cheese until it cools.

1753

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

173

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Like Starbucks) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!