Name: Devastating Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Streusel Crumb Topping:; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup light brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ cup unsalted butter-melted; Strawberry Muffins:; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ¼ cup vegetable oil; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; ½ teaspoon vanilla; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 1 ½ cup diced fresh strawberries; Cream Cheese Filling:; 6 oz. cream cheese-room temperature; 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon corn starch; Glaze:; ¾ cup powdered sugar; 1 ½ –2 ½ teaspoons milk or creme

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

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Okay, friends, let’s talk about the *perfect* muffin. And I’m not just sayin’ that. I’m talkin’ about melt-in-your-mouth, bursting-with-flavor, makes-you-wanna-slap-yo-mama (but don’t!) good. I’m talking about Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping! Wow, that’s a mouthful, right? But trust me, every single word is worth it.

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping - detail 1 I remember baking muffins with my grandma – she always had a secret ingredient (usually love, and a *lot* of butter!). These muffins remind me of those days, but with a little extra somethin’ somethin’. The creamy tang of the cream cheese filling, the juicy sweetness of the strawberries, and that crunchy streusel topping? It’s a symphony in your mouth, I swear! And sharing them? That’s the best part. Seriously, seeing someone’s face light up when they bite into one of these babies? Priceless. What sets these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping apart is that perfect balance – sweet, tangy, and that satisfying CRUNCH from the streusel. I’ve been baking for years, tweaking this recipe til it’s just right. I know what works!

Why You’ll Love These Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Quick and Easy Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Seriously, these aren’t some all-day baking project! You can whip up a batch of these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping in under an hour. I mean, from start to finish – that’s pretty darn good, right?

Flavorful Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Oh my goodness, the FLAVOR! The sweet strawberries, the tangy cream cheese, that buttery streusel… it’s like a party in your mouth! You won’t believe how all those flavors play together. Yum!

Perfect for Breakfast or Dessert with Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Honestly, these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping are great anytime! Need a little something with your morning coffee? Perfect! Craving a sweet treat after dinner? These have you covered. Versatility is the name of the game!

Ingredients for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Alright, let’s gather our goodies! Here’s everything you’ll need to make these amazing Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping. Don’t worry if you don’t have *everything* right now, just make a list and we’ll get there! I promise, it’s worth the trip to the store.

Streusel Crumb Topping Ingredients

For that irresistible crunch, you’ll need: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup light brown sugar (that’s the good stuff!), ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ cup unsalted butter – melted. Make sure it’s *melted*, not just softened, okay?

Strawberry Muffins Ingredients

Now for the muffins themselves! Grab 1 cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ cup vegetable oil (I usually use canola), ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon vanilla, ½ cup Greek yogurt (this makes ’em SO moist!), and 1 ½ cup diced fresh strawberries. Don’t skimp on the strawberries!

Cream Cheese Filling Ingredients

The star of the show, right? For the creamy filling, you’ll need 6 oz cream cheese – room temperature! This is important, trust me. Plus, 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1 teaspoon corn starch.

Glaze Ingredients

And finally, that sweet drizzle on top. All you need is ¾ cup powdered sugar and 1 ½ – 2 ½ teaspoons milk or creme. Start with the smaller amount and add more until it’s just right, okay?

How to Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping: Step-by-Step Instructions

Okay, get ready to bake! I’m gonna walk you through this step-by-step, so don’t worry, it’s easier than it looks! Just follow along, and you’ll have amazing Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping in no time. Let’s do this!

Preparing the Streusel Topping

First things first, let’s make that glorious streusel! Grab a bowl and just stir together the 2/3 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup of light brown sugar, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Now, add that melted butter – the ¼ cup, remember? – and whisk it all together with a fork. You want it to look like coarse crumbs. Set this aside; we’ll need it soon!

Mixing the Strawberry Muffin Batter

Alright, time for the muffin magic! In a large bowl, stir together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Set that aside too. Now, in a medium bowl, whisk together that egg and ½ cup of granulated sugar until it’s all combined. Next, whisk in the ½ cup of Greek yogurt, ¼ cup of vegetable oil, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract. It should look pale and yellow – pretty, right?

Now, this is important: gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix it all together *by hand*. Don’t overmix! Finally, using a rubber spatula, gently fold in those 1 ½ cups of diced strawberries. Save a couple of tablespoons to sprinkle on top later – they look so pretty!

Making the Cream Cheese Filling

Cream cheese time! Make sure your 6 oz of cream cheese is nice and soft, okay? Then, just mix it with the 3 Tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 1 teaspoon of corn starch. You just want to combine it; don’t overmix this either!

Assembling and Baking the Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Preheat your oven to 425 F, and line your cupcake pan with paper liners. This recipe makes about 9-10 muffins. Now, add about 1 Tablespoon of muffin batter into each cup. Then, drop a slightly less than full Tablespoon of cream cheese mixture in the center of each muffin. Cover that cream cheese filling with more muffin batter, filling each cup about 2/3 to ¾ full. Don’t overfill, or they’ll explode! (Oops, almost forgot a safety tip: careful when you’re filling these, sometimes the batter splatters a bit!)

Generously top each muffin with that streusel crumb topping we made earlier. Add a few of those reserved strawberry pieces on top, and gently press the crumbs so they stick to the batter. Now, pop them into the preheated oven and *immediately* reduce the temperature to 350 F. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the center has set. A toothpick inserted should come out clean, or with just a few moist crumbs.

Glazing the Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Let those muffins cool for 5-10 minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely. While they’re cooling, make the glaze! Just stir together that ¾ cup of powdered sugar with the milk or creme. Start with 1 ½ teaspoons of the liquid and gradually add more until you get the consistency you want. Then, drizzle it over the cooled muffins. And that’s it! You’re done! Go enjoy your amazing Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping!

Tips for Perfect Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Using Fresh Strawberries for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Okay, listen, frozen strawberries *can* work in a pinch, but fresh ones? They’re just better! They have so much more flavor, and they hold their shape better when you bake them. Plus, they release all that yummy juice, which makes the muffins extra moist. So, go for fresh if you can, okay?

Ensuring Room Temperature Cream Cheese for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

This is a BIG one! If your cream cheese is cold, it won’t mix smoothly, and you’ll end up with lumpy filling. Nobody wants that! Let it sit out for at least 30 minutes, or even an hour, until it’s nice and soft. Trust me, it makes a difference!

Adjusting Glaze Consistency for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

The glaze is all about personal preference! I like mine drizzly, but some people like it thicker. Start with a little milk or cream and add more gradually until it’s just how you like it. You can even add a tiny bit of lemon juice for extra zing! Just play around with it until it’s perfect for *you*.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Sometimes you’re missing an ingredient, or just wanna try something different, right? No worries, I got you! Here are a couple of easy swaps for these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping. Baking should be fun, not stressful!

Greek Yogurt Substitution in Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Don’t have Greek yogurt? No problem! Sour cream works *perfectly* in these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping. It’ll give you that same moistness and a little bit of tang. You can even use plain yogurt if that’s what you’ve got!

Butter Substitutions in Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Okay, so Grandma would *not* approve of this, but if you’re out of butter, you *can* use margarine in the streusel. It won’t have *quite* the same rich flavor, but it’ll still be yummy. Just don’t tell her I said that, okay?

Storing and Reheating Your Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Okay, so you’ve baked these amazing Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping… and you have leftovers? Wow! Okay, here’s how to keep ’em fresh.

Storing Leftover Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

The best way to store these beauties is in an airtight container. If it’s super warm where you are, pop ’em in the fridge. They’ll last a few days, but honestly? They probably won’t last that long!

Reheating Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Want ’em warm and gooey again? You can zap ’em in the microwave for a few seconds. Or, for a crispier streusel, warm them in a low oven (like 300F) for a few minutes. Mmm, like they’re fresh from the oven!

Frequently Asked Questions About Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Got questions? I bet you do! Here are some of the most common things people ask me about these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping. Don’t be shy, ask away in the comments if you have more!

Can I use frozen strawberries in Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping?

Okay, yes, you *can*, but there’s a trick! Make sure you thaw them completely and drain off *all* that excess liquid. Seriously, press it out! Otherwise, your muffins might get a little soggy, and nobody wants that, right?

How do I prevent the cream cheese filling from sinking in Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping?

Two things! First, make *absolutely* sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. Second, don’t overfill the muffin cups with batter. A little cream cheese peeking out is okay, but too much will cause it to sink. I promise, follow those tips and you’ll be golden!

Can I make these Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping ahead of time?

Yep! You can totally bake the muffins ahead of time. Just store them in an airtight container *without* the glaze. Then, when you’re ready to serve, whip up a fresh batch of glaze and drizzle it on top. That way, the muffins stay nice and fresh, and the glaze is perfect!

Nutritional Information for Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping

Okay, quick disclaimer! All those numbers you see for calories, sugar, etc.? They’re just estimates, okay? It really depends on what brands you use and how big you make your muffins! So, take ’em with a grain of salt!

Enjoy Your Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping!

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping - detail 2 Alright, friends, you did it! You made these amazing Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins with Streusel Crumb Topping! Now go grab one (or two!), pour yourself a cup of coffee, and enjoy! Seriously, you deserve it! And hey, if you loved this recipe as much as I do, leave a comment below! I wanna hear all about it! Or even better, snap a pic and share it on social media! Don’t forget to tag me so I can see your baking masterpiece!