Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting are the quintessential autumn treat, combining the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices for a delightful experience. Each moist muffin is topped with a creamy, tangy frosting that perfectly complements the spiced base. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins will fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of fall. Easy to prepare and customizable, they make a wonderful addition to any gathering or a simple morning pick-me-up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 4 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together for frosting; spread on cooled muffins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg