Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Cherry Muffins, where fresh cherries meet the subtle warmth of almond extract. These muffins are not just a treat; they are a celebration of flavors perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With their moist and chewy texture, they effortlessly blend sweetness with a hint of nuttiness that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or paired with ice cream, these cherry muffins promise to impress at any gathering or cozy morning at home.
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 (at room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 ¼ cup fresh cherries (pitted and whole)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C) and prepare a muffin pan.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar, vegetable oil, milk, egg, and almond extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh cherries.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool briefly in the pan 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 (approx. 65g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg