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Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins

Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins That Make Mornings Magical

These Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins blend the flavors of carrot cake with a cream cheese swirl, perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups Freshly Grated Carrots Essential for moisture and sweetness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ginger Adds warmth and spice.
  • 3 large Eggs No direct substitutes recommended.
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil Can replace with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 0.25 cup Coarse White Sugar Optional topping for crunch.

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin pan.
  2. Soften cream cheese in the microwave for 20 seconds and mix with sugar.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and ginger in a bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and water until frothy.
  5. Fold the grated carrots into the wet mixture and then combine with dry ingredients.
  6. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add cream cheese filling, then top with more batter.
  7. Sprinkle tops with coarse sugar for added crunch, if desired.
  8. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes in pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is softened properly for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing for tender muffins.

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