Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins, a delightful fusion of classic red velvet cake and soft, fluffy muffins. These visually stunning treats are perfect for any occasion—from breakfast to brunch or as an afternoon snack. Each muffin is swirled with a rich cream cheese mixture, offering a harmonious blend of sweetness and texture that will impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these muffins are sure to elevate your dessert game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/3 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons red food coloring
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it or lining it with muffin liners.
- In a medium bowl, mix together sugar and flour for the crumb topping. Cut in diced butter until crumbly.
- In another bowl, blend softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix egg, canola oil, buttermilk, cocoa powder, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just moistened; avoid overmixing.
- Carefully fold in the cream cheese mixture for swirls.
- Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle crumb topping on each.
- Bake for about 17–19 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 19 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg