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Berry Cream Cheese Muffins

Berry Cream Cheese Muffins Bursting with Summer Flavor

These Berry Cream Cheese Muffins offer a delicious blend of fresh berries and cream cheese for a delightful breakfast treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can swap with whole wheat for added fiber
  • 0.25 cups light brown sugar can be replaced with granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh for the best rise
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter melted, can replace with vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg can substitute with a flaxseed egg for a vegan alternative
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.75 cups Greek yogurt sour cream works as an alternative
  • 0.33 cups vegetable oil melted coconut oil can be a substitute
  • 1 cup berries (raspberries & blueberries) fresh or frozen berries can be used
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar for glaze
  • 0.25 cups butter melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Muffin Preparation
  1. Make the Streusel Topping by mixing ¼ cup of flour, ¼ cup of light brown sugar, and a pinch of salt with 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter until resembling coarse crumbs.
  2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling by mixing 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients by whisking together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients by whisking together 1 large egg and ½ cup of granulated sugar, then adding ¾ cup of Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup of vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Mixtures by gently folding wet ingredients into dry ingredients, then fold in 1 cup of fresh or frozen berries.
  6. Assemble Muffins by filling a lined muffin tin about two-thirds full, creating an indentation for the cream cheese filling, and adding about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into each.
  7. Add Topping by sprinkling the prepared streusel topping over each muffin.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool & Glaze by letting them cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and drizzling with a glaze of powdered sugar mixed with a little milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins pair perfectly with coffee or tea, making them an excellent choice for breakfast or brunch.

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