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Berry Cream Cheese Muffins: The Best Easy Recipe for Home Bakers

Berry Cream Cheese Muffins

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Deliciously moist and fluffy muffins filled with cream cheese and berries, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup fresh berries (blueberries or raspberries)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
  3. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the fresh berries gently to avoid crushing them.
  7. Fill the muffin tins 2/3 full with the batter.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
  • Substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a different taste.

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