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Cherry Muffins Recipe

Cherry Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these delightful Cherry Muffins bursting with juicy cherries in every bite. Perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or afternoon snack!


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (240 g) all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200 g) sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, room temperature

Additional:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) coarse sugar for topping, optional

Instructions

  1. Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Cover and chill the batter for 30-60 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line muffin pans. Chop cherries and fold into batter.
  4. Use a cookie scoop to fill muffin liners, top with coarse sugar, and bake for 18-22 minutes until done. Cool before serving.

Notes

  • Check out the Variations section for different topping ideas.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • For frozen cherries, thaw and drain before use. Maraschino cherries can be substituted; reserve juice for glaze.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg