Cherry Muffins
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these soft and fluffy cherry muffins, a perfect treat for breakfast or snack time. Each muffin is bursting with sweet cherries and features a crunchy sugar topping that adds a delightful texture. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this cherry muffins recipe is ideal for busy mornings or impromptu gatherings with friends. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or paired with your favorite beverage, these muffins are sure to impress with their vibrant taste and tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
- ¼ cup coarse sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare muffin pans with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the batter in the fridge for 30-60 minutes.
- Fold in chopped cherries just before baking. Scoop batter into muffin liners and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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