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A close-up of a golden-brown pumpkin cream cheese muffin placed on a rustic wooden surface, with a generous swirl of cream cheese filling visible on top. The muffin is slightly cracked, revealing the moist interior flecked with pumpkin spices. In the background, a few more muffins are arranged on a plate, alongside a small bowl of cream cheese frosting and a cinnamon stick, all bathed in warm, natural lighting.

Homemade Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins – A Fall Baking Favorite!

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Homemade Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are a perfect fall baking favorite! These moist, flavorful muffins combine spiced pumpkin with a creamy cheese filling, making them an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or cozy snacking. Inspired by the popular Starbucks muffin, this recipe offers an easy way to enjoy a bakery-style delight right at home, perfect for autumn gatherings and pumpkin season festivities.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, stirring until just combined.
  3. Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Pour about one-third of batter into each cup. Add a spoonful of cream cheese mixture to the center of each. Cover with remaining batter, ensuring cream cheese is enclosed. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top if desired.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake muffins for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted (avoiding filling) comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth mixing.
  • You can add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
  • For a healthier twist, substitute sugar with honey or maple syrup.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate up to 7 days, or freeze for 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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