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Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins
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Discover the perfect Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins recipe. Juicy strawberries, creamy filling, and a crunchy streusel topping make these muffins a must-try!

Ingredients

Streusel Crumb Topping:

  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour: Provides structure to the topping.
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar: Adds sweetness and a hint of molasses flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted: Binds the topping and adds richness.

Strawberry Muffins:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour: The base of the muffin, giving it structure.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt: Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder: Helps the muffins rise.
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil: Keeps the muffins moist.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar: Sweetens the muffins.
  • 1 large egg: Binds the ingredients and adds structure.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract: Enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt: Adds moisture and a slight tang.
  • 1 ½ cups diced fresh strawberries: Adds natural sweetness and moisture.

Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 6 oz. cream cheese, room temperature: Creates a creamy texture.
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar: Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Adds flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch: Stabilizes the filling.

Glaze (Optional):

  • ¾ cup powdered sugar: Provides sweetness to the glaze.
  • 1 ½ – 2 ½ teaspoons milk or cream: Adjusts the consistency of the glaze.

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Streusel Topping: Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add melted butter and whisk until coarse crumbs form. Set aside.
  3. Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Wet Ingredients: Whisk egg and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until combined. Add yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until pale and yellow.
  5. Combine: Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients by hand.
  6. Add Strawberries: Gently fold in diced strawberries, reserving some for topping.
  7. Cream Cheese Filling: Mix cream cheese, sugar, corn starch, and vanilla until combined.
  8. Assemble Muffins: Place a tablespoon of muffin mixture in each cup. Add a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center, then cover with more muffin batter.
  9. Top with Streusel: Add streusel crumbs and reserved strawberry pieces on top, pressing gently.
  10. Bake: Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and bake for 22-25 minutes, until golden brown and set.
  11. Cool & Glaze: Cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a rack. If desired, drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk or cream.

Notes

  1. Note on Strawberries: For an extra burst of flavor, consider using ripe, locally-sourced strawberries when they’re in season.
  2. Note on Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother, more easily blendable filling.

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