Funfetti Cheesecake Muffins Recipe
Fluffy, sprinkle-filled muffins with a creamy cheesecake center and a sweet glaze – perfect for celebrations or a cheerful treat!
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- Extra rainbow sprinkles for garnish
Directions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Prepare the Muffin Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
Gently fold in 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles. Do not overmix to avoid streaking.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sprinkles in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Muffins:
Fill each liner halfway with muffin batter.
Add 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling to the center of each.
Cover with more muffin batter until liners are 3/4 full.
Bake the Muffins:
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the cheesecake center) comes out clean.
Allow muffins to cool completely on a wire rack.
Add the Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth to create the glaze.
Drizzle the glaze over cooled muffins and garnish with extra rainbow sprinkles.
Enjoy these colorful, creamy muffins that will brighten up any occasion! 🌈✨