Pomegranate Cream Cheese Surprise Muffins Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• MUFFINS:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1-1/4 cups pomegranate seeds
• 2 teaspoons coarse sugar