Cheesecake Funfetti Muffins

Colorful Cheesecake Surprise Muffins mix the delight of soft, sprinkle-filled muffins with an unexpected creamy center. They're just right for gatherings, birthdays, or whenever you need a fun treat on your dessert spread. The muffin part uses basic ingredients like flour, sugar, and baking powder, made better with vanilla and milk for a soft bite. The middle is smooth and rich, whipped up from soft cream cheese, sugar dust, and a touch of vanilla. With rainbow sprinkles mixed in, every muffin gives you bright colors and yummy taste in each mouthful.

INGREDIENTS

• Salt: ¼ teaspoon
• Cream cheese (softened): 4 oz
• Baking powder: ½ teaspoon
• Rainbow sprinkles: ½ cup, plus extra for topping
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Large egg: 1
• Milk (dairy or plant-based): ½ cup
• Unsalted butter (melted): ¼ cup
• Granulated sugar: ½ cup
• All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
• Powdered sugar: ¼ cup for filling and 1 cup for glaze
• Vanilla extract: ¼ teaspoon for filling
• Milk: 2-3 tablespoons for glaze

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 6:

Mix powdered sugar and milk together until smooth to create the glaze. After muffins have cooled down, drizzle the glaze on top and sprinkle with extra rainbow bits.

Step 5:

Cook in the heated oven for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick stuck into the muffin part (not the creamy center) comes out clean.

Step 4:

Put muffin mix into the cups till they're half full. Drop a teaspoon of cheese filling into each one, then add more batter until the cups are about ¾ filled.

Step 3:

In another bowl, blend soft cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sprinkles for the cheese filling until it's creamy.

Step 2:

In a big bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour in melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until blended, then gently add ½ cup of rainbow sprinkles, but don't stir too much.

Step 1:

Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and put paper liners in a muffin pan.

Serving and Storage Tips

• Keep them in a sealed container at room temp for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
• For a more solid cheese center, cool muffins in the fridge before eating.

Helpful Notes

• Don't mix the batter too much or you'll end up with heavy muffins.
• Try using gel food colors for brighter sprinkles if you want.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

• Chef Mia says to let muffins cool all the way before adding glaze so it won't drip off.
• To make them crunchier, add some crushed nuts or candy pieces on the glaze.

Bright Joy for Any Event

Funfetti Cheesecake Muffins bring happiness to every party, with their fluffy outsides and creamy surprise inside.

Great Mix of Sweet and Creamy

The smooth cheese filling works so well with the light, airy muffin and sweet topping.

FAQs

Can I make these without gluten?

Sure, just swap in gluten-free flour mix instead.

Should I keep these in the fridge?

They're fine at room temp, but the fridge will make the filling firmer.

Can I use other kinds of sprinkles?

Of course! Pick any sprinkles you like to match different themes and parties.

How do I keep the filling nice and smooth?

Make sure your cream cheese is soft before you mix it for a smooth, creamy result.

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Conclusion

Cheesecake Funfetti Muffins are a burst of color and flavor for any event. These tender muffins have a cheesecake-filled surprise in every bite and are covered with charming rainbow sprinkles. Whip up a light batter with sprinkles folded throughout, fill with creamy cheesecake, and finish with a drizzle of icing and more sprinkles. An easy, fun dessert that's perfect for sharing—or enjoying all for yourself on a cheerful day!