Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins blend the sweet taste of fresh strawberries with creamy cream cheese for a moist and flavorful treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Filling
- 0.5 cup cream cheese, softened Ensure your cream cheese is softened to make mixing easier.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Baking
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with the batter, then add a teaspoon of cream cheese mixture on top, and cover with more batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
These muffins are best enjoyed warm. Serve them with butter or enjoy them plain. They can be paired with tea or coffee for a delightful treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for about a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.