Best 5 Best Cherry Muffin Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of cherry muffins, where each bite is a burst of sweet and tangy flavors. These irresistible treats have garnered immense popularity for their tender crumb, moist texture, and the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Whether you prefer a traditional rendition or a unique twist, this collection of cherry muffin recipes has something to satisfy every palate.

From the classic Cherry Streusel Muffins with their golden-brown streusel topping to the decadent Chocolate Cherry Muffins that combine the richness of chocolate with the vibrancy of cherries, these recipes offer a diverse range of options. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the wholesome Banana Cherry Muffins provide a nutritious twist without compromising on taste. And for a delightful combination of flavors, the Cherry Almond Muffins infuse the delicate sweetness of cherries with the nutty goodness of almonds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHERRY MUFFINS



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Learn how to make these cherry muffins with the best jerte picota cherries available. Expect a soft, moist center that will leave you coming for doubles.

Provided by Michelle Minnaar

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

250g (8oz) plain flour, sifted
10ml (2 tsp) baking powder, sifted
2.5ml (½ tsp) salt
100g (3oz) butter
100g (3oz) caster sugar
5ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
2 eggs, whisked
125ml (½ cup) milk
300g (10oz) Picota cherries, washed, pitted and halved
30ml (2 tbsp) flaked almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/390°F/gas 6.
  • Line a muffin tray with paper muffin cases. Alternatively, grease the muffins tin.
  • Mix the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl and set aside.
  • With the help of a mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
  • Add the vanilla and egg until well incorporated with the butter mixture.
  • Add the flour mixture slowly to the wet ingredients, alternating with splashes of milk, until everything is incorporated and smooth.
  • Fold in the cherries.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the muffin tin holes and sprinkle almonds on top of each one.
  • Bake for 20 mins or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Wait for them to cool down a little and enjoy with lashes of butter!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 212 calories, Sugar 11.9 g, Sodium 119 mg, Fat 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.3 g, Cholesterol 46 mg

CHERRY MUFFINS



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Homemade Cherry Muffins with almond extract are packed with fresh cherry flavor, with a moist and chewy texture.

Provided by Diana

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1½ cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup milk
1 egg
¼ teaspoon almond extract
1¼ cup fresh cherries (pitted and left whole)

Steps:

  • Get your oven ready to bake by preheating it to 390°F/200°C.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This step ensures that all of the dry ingredients are mixed well and you don't get any pockets of baking powder in your finished muffins.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar with oil, milk, egg, and almond extract. Mix until well combined.
  • Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ones: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Fold in the cherries. The muffin batter should be thick enough to hold up the fruit, I did that on purpose because we don't want the cherries falling to the bottom of the muffins.
  • Divide the batter between 8 lined muffin cups so that each is ¾ of the way filled.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until done.
  • Allow the muffins to cool on a wire rack completely before eating or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 159 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHERRY COBBLER MUFFINS



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All the best of cherry cobbler in a muffin. Any type of fruit pie filling can be substituted with just a little bit of processor pulsing.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 37m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose baking mix
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
⅔ cup milk
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
¼ tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 12 cup muffin pan with paper baking cups.
  • Stir together the baking mix, white sugar, egg, and milk in a bowl just until combined. Stir in 1/2 of the cherry pie filling. Fill the lined muffin cups 2/3 full. Top each muffin with 3 cherries from the remaining cherry pie filling.
  • Mix flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon together in a small bowl with a fork until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over unbaked muffins.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 22 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 21.7 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

FRESH CHERRY MUFFINS



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This recipe came about from an abundance of fresh cherries and some hungry summertime kids! Enjoy!

Provided by MRSPARKERII

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup milk
1 egg
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 cup fresh pitted and quartered sweet cherries
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Mix flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Whisk oil, milk, egg, and almond extract together in a small bowl. Pour into flour mixture; stir gently until incorporated. Fold cherries into the batter.
  • Spoon batter into the muffin cups, filling each 2/3 of the way full. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar on top.
  • Bake muffins in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

CHERRY MUFFIN



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A Cherry stuffed muffin with a sweet crumb topping. I found this on another site listed as adapted from Food & Wine Magazine.

Provided by Slight Edge Chef

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 18 Muffins, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup flour
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 3/4 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
3/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups pitted sweet cherries

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375. Line muffin tins with liners or spray with cooking spray.
  • 2. Make the crumb topping: In medium bowl, combine all dry ingredients. Stir in butter then pinch mixture until it forms pea size chunks.
  • 3. Make the muffins: In a small bowl whisk the flour, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, eggs and oil and beat with a hand mixer until well combined. Beat in the milk and vanilla. Add the flour mix and beat on low speed until the batter is smooth. Stir in the cherries.
  • 4. Spoon the batter into muffin tins filling about 3/4 full. Sprinkle crumb topping on each muffin and bake for about 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  • 5. Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cherries: Fresh cherries are ideal for this recipe, but frozen cherries can also be used. Just thaw them before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack: This will help to prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

This cherry muffin recipe is easy to follow and results in delicious, moist muffins that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a batch of these muffins in no time. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this cherry muffin recipe a try.

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