Description
Delicious muffins that combine the sweetness of cherries with a soft, fluffy texture, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the cherries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. Use fresh cherries for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg