Delicious Strawberry Muffins with Creamy Cream Cheese Spread

These strawberry muffins with a luscious cream cheese spread are the perfect treat for breakfast or brunch. The muffins are moist and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, while the cream cheese spread adds a creamy and tangy contrast. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup diced strawberries
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
6. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the muffins cool, prepare the cream cheese spread by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
9. Serve the muffins warm with a dollop of cream cheese spread on top.
10. Enjoy these delightful treats with a cup of coffee or tea!

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