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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Deliciously spiced muffins with a pumpkin base, a cinnamon sugar swirl, and topped with a cream cheese glaze, perfect for fall.
Servings 12 muffins
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

Muffin Base

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
  • In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture into the pumpkin mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl.

Baking

  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup, followed by a teaspoon of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Add another tablespoon of batter over the cinnamon mixture, then top with another teaspoon of cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Glazing

  • While the muffins are baking, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  • Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes, then drizzle the cream cheese glaze over them.

Serving

  • Serve warm for a delicious fall treat that everyone will love!

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, up to a week in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Calories: 210kcal
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cinnamon Roll, Cream Cheese Glaze, Easy Baking, Fall Treat, Pumpkin Muffins