Raspberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Indulge in the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and creamy with these irresistible Raspberry Cream Cheese Muffins. Made with tender all-purpose flour and bursting with the fresh flavor of ripe raspberries, these muffins offer a delightful surprise— a rich, velvety cream cheese filling baked right into the center. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an easy-to-follow layering technique, this recipe delivers bakery-style results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, these muffins bake to golden perfection and pair beautifully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Plus, they’re great for make-ahead storage, staying moist and delicious for up to three days in the fridge. Treat your taste buds to a fruity and creamy delight that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

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
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 0.75 cups milk
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 units large eggs
• 1.5 cups fresh raspberries
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cups powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract (for cream cheese filling)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk thoroughly until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix. The batter may be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Gently fold in the fresh raspberries. Be careful not to crush them while mixing.

Step 6

In another bowl, prepare the cream cheese filling by beating the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and the 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the muffin batter into each prepared muffin cup. Add about a teaspoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each cup. Cover with another tablespoon of muffin batter, ensuring the cream cheese is fully encased.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(859.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2126.9

Total Fat 190.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 897.9mg	0%
Sodium 2447.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 55.3g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 583.9mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 964.1mg	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: 78.6%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 14.8%