Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins: The Best Indulgent Treat
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins, the perfect treat for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, combine the oil, egg, buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fill each muffin cup with the batter, adding a dollop of cream cheese mixture on top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chocolate chips to the batter.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg