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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these delectable Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins. These muffins combine the beloved flavors of classic red velvet cake with a creamy, tangy cream cheese swirl, making them a delightful choice for breakfast, brunch, or as an indulgent snack. Their vibrant color and rich taste are guaranteed to impress at gatherings, festive celebrations, or cozy coffee breaks. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will brighten any day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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 cream cheese (softened)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a non-stick muffin pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together sugar and flour for the crumb topping, then cut in diced butter until crumbly.
  3. Blend softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth in another bowl.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Mix egg, oil, buttermilk, cocoa powder, and red food coloring in a separate bowl until well combined.
  6. Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just moistened.
  7. Fold in the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
  8. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter. Top with crumb mixture.
  9. Bake for 17–19 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy. Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts to enhance flavor.