CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS

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The sweet creamy filling in these cranberry muffins makes them popular at my house. The tender treats also have a crispy sugar topping that is bound to be a hit. -Sharon Hartman, Twin Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 package (15.6 ounces) cranberry-orange quick bread mix
1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup canola oil
1 large egg

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons sugar until smooth; set aside. Place the bread mix in another bowl. Combine the milk, oil and egg; stir into bread mix just until moistened. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups one-fourth full with batter. Place 2 teaspoons cream cheese mixture in the center of each; top with remaining batter. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.