Description
Juicy Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins are a deliciously moist treat that blends the sweet-tart flavor of fresh blueberries with a rich, creamy filling. Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack, these muffins are quick and easy to prepare, making them an ideal option for any occasion. Each bite reveals a burst of blueberry goodness complemented by the smoothness of cream cheese, ensuring they will be a hit with family and friends. Whether served at a cozy brunch or enjoyed as an afternoon pick-me-up, these muffins promise to bring joy to your table.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries (to fold in, tossed with 1 tbsp flour)
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries (for topping)
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 tsp milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing or lining it with liners.
- In one bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients gently until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
- Fold in blueberries that have been tossed in flour to prevent sinking.
- Prepare the cream cheese filling by beating softened cream cheese with sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill muffin cups partially with batter, add a dollop of cream cheese filling, then cover with more batter.
- Top each muffin with additional blueberries before baking for about 22 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins fluffy. Tossing blueberries in flour helps them stay suspended in the batter.
