"I first made this recipe back in 1987 and have since made it many times over the years because it's my children's favorite muffin recipe. —Wendy Stenman..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon sugar
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MUFFIN:
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2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
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2 cups sugar
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1 cup canned pumpkin
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1/2 cup canola oil
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24 pecan halves, optional