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Healthy Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Healthy Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins: A Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy Healthy Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins for a guilt-free, delicious treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt optional for low-sodium diets
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter can use vegetable oil
  • 2 large Eggs can substitute with flaxseed meal
  • 1 cup Whole Milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract can also use almond extract
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Strawberries ensure frozen berries are thawed and chopped
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese can use vegan cream cheese
For the Optional Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Optional Coarse Sugar for added crunch
  • 1 cup Optional Extra Diced Strawberries can also use blueberries or raspberries
  • 1/2 cup Optional Streusel Crumb Topping made with oats, flour, and butter or a vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Combine melted butter, eggs, whole milk, and remaining vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced strawberries into the muffin batter.
  7. Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling halfway, and add a dollop of cream cheese mixture on top.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing. Customize with various toppings as desired.

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