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Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins

Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins
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Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins are soft, moist muffins bursting with fresh juicy strawberries and a luscious creamy cheesecake center. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe combines fruity sweetness with rich creaminess in every bite.

Ingredients

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Fresh Fruit

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

Cheesecake Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg, beaten

Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Mix softened cream cheese with sugar, vanilla extract, and beaten egg until smooth and creamy. This will form the creamy center of the muffins.
  2. Mix the Muffin Batter: In one bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and sugar. In another, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to keep the muffins tender.
  3. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold chopped fresh strawberries into the batter, taking care not to crush them or cause them to sink to the bottom.
  4. Assemble Muffins: Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Add a spoonful of the cheesecake filling in the center, then cover with remaining muffin batter to encase the creamy center.
  5. Bake and Cool: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth blending.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure tender muffins.
  • Fresh strawberries are preferred over frozen to maintain texture and flavor.
  • Chill cheesecake filling before assembling to keep distinct layers.
  • Check oven temperature with a thermometer for even baking.

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Keywords: Strawberry, Cheesecake, Muffins, Breakfast, Dessert, Snack, Cream Cheese, Baked Goods

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