These delightful muffins combine a rich chocolate batter with a creamy swirl of sweetened cream cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
Greasing the muffin tin ensures easy removal of the muffins after baking.
In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Set aside.
Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
Sifting the dry ingredients can help achieve a smoother batter.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
Fill each muffin cup halfway with the batter. Add a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture to the center of each, then cover with the remaining batter.
Use a spoon to evenly distribute the batter and cream cheese mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Rotate the muffin tin halfway through baking for even cooking.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the muffins from becoming soggy.
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