Keto Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Keto Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins for a fall-flavored, low-carb treat that’s soft, moist, and filled with a rich cream cheese swirl.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 180 kcal (approx.)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup + 2 tbsp granulated monk fruit or Swerve, divided
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin pan or line it with paper muffin cups.
- Cream Butter and Sweetener: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with 2/3 cup of the sweetener until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and salt. Ensure there are no lumps in the flour.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Swirl: In a small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese and remaining 1 tbsp of sweetener until smooth.
- Add the Swirl: Place a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture on top of each muffin. Use the tip of a butter knife or a toothpick to swirl the batter and cream cheese together for a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition (per muffin)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Net Carbs: 2g
Enjoy these Keto Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins as a perfect breakfast or snack option! They’re packed with fall flavors and low in carbs, making them ideal for anyone following a ketogenic lifestyle.