Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
- Granulated sugar: ¾ cup
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Large egg: 1
- Milk: ½ cup
- Vegetable oil: ¼ cup
- Fresh or frozen blueberries: 1 cup
- Cream cheese, softened: 4 ounces
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar (from the ¾ cup total), and 2 teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, ½ cup milk, and ¼ cup vegetable oil. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, beat together 4 ounces softened cream cheese and the remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups. Drop a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each muffin. Use a toothpick or small knife to gently swirl the cream cheese into the batter.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cream cheese swirl) comes out clean. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days to keep the cream cheese filling fresh and delicious.
- Pop a chilled muffin into the microwave for 15-20 seconds, or warm in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes, to enjoy that freshly baked warmth and a soft cream cheese swirl.
- These delightful muffins are perfect on their own, but for an extra treat, serve them warm with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or alongside your favorite morning coffee or tea.
- For the most tender muffins, mix your batter *just* until the dry ingredients are moistened; a few lumps are perfectly normal and help prevent tough results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American