Page 325 - Cupcakes

DOUBLE LEMON POPPY SEED CHEESECAKE MUFFINS

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Many of us have a weakness for cheesecake—I know I do. I adore the
creaminess and the way it mellows the sweetness of an accompanying dessert
sauce. In this recipe, the creamy cheesecake topping with lemon zest offers the
perfect foil to a sweet lemon-scented poppy seed muffin. If you enjoy the
cheesecake touch in this recipe, you’ll want to try the Carrot Cake Muffins on
page 254, too.

MAKES 12 MUFFINS (2½ INCHES EACH)

PREPARATION TIME: 15 MINUTES
BAKING TIME: 20 TO 22 MINUTES

Vegetable oil spray for misting the pan

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, at room temperature
1 large egg
¾ cup sugar