These Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins blend the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the creamy tang of cream cheese, creating a delightful breakfast or dessert option. Perfectly moist and bursting with flavor, these muffins are sure to brighten your summer Sunday mornings or serve as a sweet treat any day of the week.
Why You’ll Love This
The combination of juicy strawberries and smooth cream cheese in these muffins offers a refreshing twist on the traditional muffin. The strawberries provide a burst of freshness in every bite, while the cream cheese adds a rich depth of flavor, making these muffins irresistibly soft and delicious.
Perfect Occasion
Ideal for a leisurely Sunday breakfast, a brunch gathering, or as a charming addition to a picnic, these muffins are versatile. They’re also perfect for baking with seasonal strawberries during the summer months, making them a delightful treat to share with friends and family.
Decoration Tips
For a visually appealing touch, top each muffin with a small strawberry slice or a dollop of cream cheese frosting before serving. Sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top for added sparkle and a slight crunch.
Ingredients:
- 170 g cream cheese, room temperature
- 180 g granulated sugar, divided
- 281 g all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 118 ml neutral oil (like vegetable or canola)
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup + 1 teaspoon milk, whole preferred
Instructions:
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a muffin pan with liners or coat with baking spray.
- Mix Cream Cheese Layer: In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese with 40 grams of sugar until well mixed.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 150 grams of sugar, salt, and baking p…
- Coat Strawberries: Toss the chopped strawberries in the dry mixture to lightly coat them, which helps prevent them from sinking in the batter.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, blend the eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and ½ cup of milk.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just mixed, leaving a few streaks of flour.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese: Stir two-thirds of the cream cheese mixture into the batter until nearly combined for a marbled effect.
- Finalize Cream Cheese Mixture: Mix 1 teaspoon of milk into the remaining one-third of the cream cheese mixture.
- Fill and Swirl: Fill the muffin liners two-thirds full with batter. Spoon the remaining cream cheese mixture on top and use a toothpick to swirl.
- Bake: Start baking at 425°F for 5 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) without opening the oven door, and continue baking for another 14-16 minutes, or until a toothook inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan until warm to the touch, then transfer to a wire rack.
Enjoy these luscious Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins, the perfect blend of sweetness and creaminess, making every bite a delightful experience!
