Cream Cheese-Blueberry Muffins Recipe 🧁

Overview:

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Yield: 12 muffins
Calories: 211.1 per muffin
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review Count: 29

Description:

Indulge in the delightful blend of cream cheese and juicy blueberries with these Cream Cheese-Blueberry Muffins! Perfect for a quick breakfast on busy mornings or a satisfying snack any time of day, these muffins are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re craving something sweet for brunch or need a treat for a potluck, these muffins are sure to impress with their moist texture and burst of fruity flavor. 🫐🧀

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cream cheese
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup milk
1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your oven is ready to bake the muffins to perfection.
Prepare Muffin Tin: Line the cups of a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. This will prevent the muffins from sticking and make cleanup a breeze. Set aside.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly distributed. Set aside.
Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, add the cream cheese, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Process until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs to the cream cheese mixture and process for about 15 seconds, until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the container with a spatula to incorporate any unmixed ingredients.
Add Butter: With the food processor running, slowly pour in the melted butter through the food chute. Continue processing for another 10 seconds to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Pour Milk: Add the milk to the cream cheese mixture and process for an additional 5 seconds, until smooth.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the food processor containing the cream cheese mixture. Mix the ingredients together with 4 to 6 half-second pulses. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense muffins.
Fold in Blueberries: Using a spoon, gently fold the fresh blueberries into the muffin batter. This will distribute the blueberries evenly throughout the muffins.
Fill Muffin Cups: Pour an equal amount of batter into each prepared muffin cup, filling each about 3/4 full. This allows the muffins to rise evenly as they bake.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the middle of the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the muffin tin for 15 minutes. This helps them set and makes them easier to handle.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve these Cream Cheese-Blueberry Muffins warm or at room temperature for the best flavor. Enjoy them as a delightful breakfast treat, a tasty snack, or a delightful addition to any brunch or potluck spread.

Tips:

Fresh Blueberries: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh blueberries in this recipe. If fresh blueberries are not available, you can use frozen blueberries, but be sure to thaw and drain them before adding them to the batter.
Do Not Overmix: When combining the wet and dry ingredients, be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough and dense muffins. Mix until the ingredients are just combined for light and fluffy muffins.
Customize: Feel free to customize these muffins by adding your favorite mix-ins, such as chopped nuts or lemon zest, for an extra burst of flavor.
Storage: Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage. Simply thaw the muffins at room temperature or reheat them in the microwave before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 211.1
Fat Content: 7.8g
Saturated Fat Content: 4.5g
Cholesterol Content: 54.6mg
Sodium Content: 176.2mg
Carbohydrate Content: 31.2g
Fiber Content: 0.9g
Sugar Content: 13.9g
Protein Content: 4.2g

Enjoy the delicious combination of creamy goodness and fruity sweetness with these Cream Cheese-Blueberry Muffins! Perfect for any occasion, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. 🎉