Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Homemade Cherry Muffins, where the sweetness of fresh cherries meets a moist and tender crumb. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack, these muffins are incredibly easy to prepare and bursting with fruity goodness. Enhanced by a hint of almond extract, each bite offers an irresistible treat that elevates your typical muffin experience. Serve them warm with a drizzle of glaze or enjoy them as a comforting snack alongside your favorite beverage. Once you try this simple yet satisfying recipe, it’s sure to become a beloved favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- â…“ cup milk
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 ¼ cups fresh cherries (pitted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and prepare muffin pan with liners or grease.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar, oil, milk, egg, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gently mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in fresh cherries carefully.
- Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg