Luscious Raspberry Cream Cheese Muffins with a Citrus Twist
Imagine the warmth of a sun-kissed morning. Wrapped in the tender crumb of a muffin. Our Luscious Raspberry Cream Cheese Muffins. With a Citrus Twist are more than just a treat. They're a heartfelt embrace. In the form of food. Each bite marries the bold tartness of raspberries. With the creamy, dreamy richness of cream cheese. All while a playful hint of citrus. Dances through. Brightening your palate. And your day. Crafted with love. These muffins are a testament to the magic. That happens when simple ingredients. Are brought together. With a little kitchen wizardry. Perfect for those moments. When you seek comfort. Celebration. Or simply a sweet start to your day. They're an invitation to pause. And savor life's little joys.
15 Servings
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 1/4 c confectioners' sugar
- 6 oz full fat cream cheese room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk room temperature
Crumb Topping:
- 2/3 c all-purpose flour
- 1/4 c granulated sugar
- Zest of one lemon
- 1/4 c unsalted butter melted (1/2 stick)
Muffins:
- 2 1/2 c all-purpose flour
- 3/4 c granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 3/4 c buttermilk or sour cream, or full fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2/3 c canola oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 c raspberries fresh or frozen
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
Cream Cheese Swirl:
- Mix cream cheese, vanilla, confectioners' sugar, and egg yolk. Until smooth. Set aside.
Crumb Topping:
- Combine flour, sugar, and lemon zest. Mix in melted butter. Until crumbly.
Muffins:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Prep muffin tins. With butter or liners.
- In a big bowl. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl. Whisk egg, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla together.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold gently.
- Fold in raspberries. And lemon zest.
- Fill muffin cups half full. Add 1/2 tbsp cream cheese mixture. Top with more batter. And a sprinkle of crumb topping.
- Bake at 425°F for 5 mins. Reduce heat to 375°F. And bake for 15 more mins. Or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then move to a wire rack. To cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious muffins!
Notes
For those looking to enjoy. The delightful taste of our Luscious Raspberry Cream Cheese Muffins with a Citrus Twist. Without the gluten. Here's a special tweak. Just for you. Swap out the all-purpose flour. In both the muffin and crumb topping recipes. With your favorite gluten-free flour blend. Make sure your blend includes xanthan gum. A key ingredient. That mimics gluten's binding properties. Ensuring your muffins maintain their delightful texture. And don't crumble away from joy. As for the buttermilk. It's naturally gluten-free. But do give a quick check. To ensure your vanilla extract. And baking powder is too. As hidden gluten. Can sometimes sneak into the least expected places. With these simple adjustments. You can dive into these tantalizing muffins. Enjoying every gluten-free bite of the tangy raspberries. Rich cream cheese. And that enticing citrus twist.