Spiced Apple Muffins Recipe

Name: Spiced Apple Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 qt. Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese Spread, softened; 1 qt. brown sugar, packed, divided; 6 each eggs; 4-1/2 cups milk; 3 qt. flour; 2 Tbsp. baking powder; 2 Tbsp. baking soda; 2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon; 1 Tbsp. ground nutmeg; 1-1/2 tsp. ground cloves; 1-1/2 tsp. salt; 1-1/2 qt. tart apples, peeled, chopped Safeway 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

1-1/2 qt. Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese Spread, softened
1 qt. brown sugar, packed, divided
6 each eggs
4-1/2 cups milk
3 qt. flour
2 Tbsp. baking powder
2 Tbsp. baking soda
2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp. ground nutmeg
1-1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1-1/2 qt. tart apples, peeled, chopped Safeway 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09

1
Beat cream cheese spread and 1-1/2 qt.
2
(1.5 L) of the brown sugar (or 1 cup [250 mL] of the brown sugar for trial recipe) in 12-qt.
3
(12-L) bowl of mixer fitted with paddle attachment (or in 6-qt.
4
[6-L] bowl for trial recipe) on medium speed 1 to 2 min.
5
or until light and fluffy, stopping occasionally to scrape bottom and side of bowl.
6
Add eggs and milk; mix well.
7
Mix dry ingredients.
8
Add to cream cheese mixture alternately with apples, mixing after each addition just until ingredients are combined.
9
(Batter will be lumpy.)
10
Use #16 scoop to portion batter into 72 paper-lined muffin cups (or into 12 lined cups for trial recipe).
11
Top with remaining 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) brown sugar (or with remaining 1/4 cup [60 mL] brown sugar for trial recipe).
12
Bake in 400 degrees F-standard oven 20 to 22 min.
13
or until tops are golden brown and toothpick inserted in centres comes out clean.
14
Cool in pan 5 min.
15
; transfer to wire racks.
16
Cool completely.

768

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 qt. Philadelphia Light Brick Cream Cheese Spread, softened, 1 qt. brown sugar, packed, divided, 6 each eggs, 4-1/2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Spiced Apple Muffins 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!

Spiced Apple Muffins

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Variations & substitutions

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