Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins

A Muffin Worth Hopping Out of Bed For!

Get ready to rise and shine with these delightful Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins! They're the perfect treat to start your day on a sweet note. Packed with carrots, spice, and everything nice, these muffins will have you hopping out of bed in no time. Plus, with a creamy cream cheese filling, they're sure to be the highlight of your morning. So grab your apron and let's get baking!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, vegetable oil, or coconut oil

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/3 cup sour cream

• 1/3 cup milk

• 1 cup finely shredded carrots

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Cream Cheese Filling:

• 6 oz cream cheese, softened

• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon milk

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

What is carrot cake?

Carrot cake is very similar to a spice cake but traditionally has carrots, nuts, & pineapple. Typically is paired with a light and fluffy cream cheese frosting. The flavor of a carrot cake is moist & packed with warm spices - such as cinnamon, nutmeg, & ginger. 

What makes this a “spring” recipe?

This recipe can ABSOLUTELY be made all year long! Since carrots are associated with Easter (thanks Easter Bunny), a lot of people associate carrot cake with Easter. The flavors are perfect for the springtime too.

The beauty of a one bowl recipe:

I love an easy recipe that only requires ONE bowl! Saves yourself time & energy on dishes.

Baking Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.

2. Mix the brown sugar and melted butter (or oil) in a large bowl until well combined.

3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.

4. Stir in the sour cream and milk until fully incorporated.

5. Fold in the shredded carrots until evenly distributed.

6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

8. Fill each muffin cup with batter, about 3/4 full.

9. Prepare the cream cheese filling by beating the cream cheese, sugar, flour, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

10. Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each muffin.

11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

12. Cool the muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

13. Serve and enjoy these delightful Cream Cheese Carrot Cake Muffins!

These muffins are a treat you won't want to miss. They're moist, flavorful, and the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The cream cheese filling adds a creamy, decadent touch that takes them to the next level. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, these muffins are sure to brighten your day!

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