Introduction to Fall Favorites
It’s fall, and you know what that means – cool, brisk days and cold nights, perfect for enjoying warm, comforting treats like soups and baked goods. And, of course, it’s the season of all things pumpkin! In this article, we’ll be sharing a delicious recipe for Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins that combines the flavors of fall with a sweet and tangy cream cheese swirl.
About the Recipe
These muffins are quick to prepare, requiring only 20 minutes to get ready to bake. You likely have most of the ingredients in your keto-friendly fridge and pantry. Just be sure to pull the cream cheese out of the fridge about an hour before you start to let it come to room temperature.
How To Make Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
To start, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Spray a muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray or use a silicon muffin pan for easy cleanup.
Step 1: Prepare the Pumpkin Batter
Whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown Swerve, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice in a large mixing bowl. Make sure to use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, as pumpkin puree is just pumpkin with no added ingredients, while pumpkin pie filling includes sweeteners and spices.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
Next, add in the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk everything together until smooth. Set the batter aside while you prepare the cream cheese topping.
Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Topping
Using an electric mixer, mix together the cream cheese, egg, and confectioners’ Swerve until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake the Muffins
Scoop the pumpkin batter evenly into the prepared wells of the muffin tin. Top each with the cream cheese mixture, about 2 tablespoons per muffin. Use the tip of a knife or a toothpick to swirl the cream cheese and the pumpkin batter together. Bake the muffins for 22-26 minutes, until they are set. Let cool completely before serving.
Storage and Meal Prep
These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are perfect for meal prepping because they will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
More Delicious Recipes
If you enjoy these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, you might also like Pumpkin Pie Bites, a low-carb alternative to traditional pumpkin pie. For more muffin recipes, including savory options like Cheddar Jalapeno “Corn”bread muffins, be sure to check out our other recipes.
Conclusion
Thank you for being part of my journey to lose 120 lbs with the ketogenic lifestyle. Enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins and happy baking!
