Cream Cheese Cranberry Muffins

Indulge in the perfect balance of tangy and sweet with these Cream Cheese Cranberry Muffins, a delightful treat bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy surprises! These moist, tender muffins combine the tartness of fresh or frozen cranberries with the richness of a luscious cream cheese filling, creating a bakery-worthy indulgence right in your own kitchen. Made with buttermilk for extra softness and enhanced by the warm notes of vanilla, these muffins are quick and easy to whip up in just 35 minutes, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these cranberry-studded delights are guaranteed to impress at any holiday gathering or weekend treat. Perfect for autumn and winter festivities, these muffins are a must-try for cranberry and cream cheese lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups buttermilk
• 0.33 cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1.25 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cups powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Fill each muffin cup about halfway with the batter. Add a dollop (about 1 teaspoon) of the cream cheese mixture to the center of each cup, then top with more muffin batter until the cups are about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1111.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2869.4

Total Fat 119.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 514.6mg	0%
Sodium 2791.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 414.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 204.2g
Protein 45.4g	0%

Vitamin D 143.2IU	0%
Calcium 417.1mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 907.1mg	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: 36.9%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 56.9%