These Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful and indulgent treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the creamy richness of cream cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:12 muffins
Category:Desserts
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with liners.
In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat together the melted butter, cream cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in the diced strawberries.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin liners.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of lemon zest to the batter.
These muffins can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.