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Moist Berry Cream Cheese Muffins

Moist Berry Cream Cheese Muffins That'll Brighten Your Mornings

Moist Berry Cream Cheese Muffins are a delightful breakfast option, blending rich cream cheese with fresh berries.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture and flavor
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (Melted) Melted for easy mixing
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Used in the creamy filling
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1 to 2 cups Berries (Fresh or Frozen) Raspberries or blueberries recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (Softened) At room temperature
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Streusel Topping
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
  • a pinch Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Melted)

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Berry Cream Cheese Muffins
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Pour in 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, then stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. In a separate bowl, blend together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until smooth.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, ½ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup Greek yogurt, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, folding in berries.
  4. Spoon muffin batter into each cup halfway, add a dollop of cream cheese filling, then cover with more batter.
  5. Sprinkle streusel topping over each muffin, pressing down lightly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for best results. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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