Cream Cheese and Chocolate Muffin Cakes

Indulge in the ultimate fusion of decadence with these Cream Cheese and Chocolate Muffin Cakes, a sweet treat that's as rich in flavor as it is visually irresistible. These moist chocolate muffin cakes get an upgrade with a luscious, creamy swirl of sweetened cream cheese nestled right in the center, creating a delightful contrast with every bite. Sprinkled with semisweet chocolate chips, these bakery-style delights are perfect for chocolate lovers and cream cheese enthusiasts alike. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they’re an easy yet impressive dessert or snack that’s sure to wow your family and guests. Serve them at room temperature or chilled for a rich, satisfying treat, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 1 unit large egg
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar
• 0.75 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup regular muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

In another medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or whisk.

Step 6

Pour a small amount of the chocolate batter into each muffin cup, filling it about a third of the way up.

Step 7

Add a dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each muffin cup, dividing it evenly among the 12 muffins.

Step 8

Top the cream cheese filling with more chocolate batter, covering the filling but leaving a small gap at the top of the muffin cups to allow room for rising.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops with semisweet chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the edge of a muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the muffin cakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve at room temperature or chilled for an indulgent treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4479.5

Total Fat 259.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.4g
Cholesterol 450.5mg	0%
Sodium 3657.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 558.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.8g	0%
Total Sugars 328.5g
Protein 79.2g	0%

Vitamin D 104.4IU	0%
Calcium 713.7mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 3125.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 45.8%