Description
Fresh cherry muffins are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of ripe cherries, these soft and fluffy muffins are ideal for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. With a straightforward preparation process, you can enjoy them warm from the oven or at room temperature. Perfect for sharing at brunches or savoring solo, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy alternative)
- ½ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and mix in milk and melted butter until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Carefully fold in cherry halves last.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg