Description
Cream Cheese Zucchini Muffins are a deliciously moist treat that marries the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack, these muffins are not just easy to make but also provide a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save them for later—either way, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then gently add the grated zucchini.
- Scoop batter into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg