Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our delectable lineup of chocolate cherry coconut scuffins, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These scrumptious treats are a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, tangy cherries, and the delicate sweetness of coconut, perfectly nestled in a soft and fluffy muffin. Each bite offers a burst of contrasting textures, from the moist crumb of the muffin to the chewy cherries and the crunchy coconut flakes. Whether you prefer a classic chocolate chip muffin or a decadent chocolate cherry coconut muffin, our collection of recipes has something for every palate. Embark on a baking adventure and let your senses be captivated by the irresistible charm of these chocolate-infused delights. Treat yourself to a moment of pure indulgence with our chocolate cherry coconut scuffins, a true celebration of culinary artistry.
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CHERRY COCONUT SCUFFINS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Time 45m
Yield 48 mini muffins
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Special equipment: two 24-cup mini muffin tins or four 12-cup mini muffin tins; mini muffin liners and a small cookie scoop
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare two 24-cup mini muffin tins with muffin liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and fine salt. Set aside. In a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the coconut sugar and oil. Beat on high until well combined, about 4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the yogurt and almond extract and beat on medium-low to incorporate. With the mixer on the lowest speed, add the dry ingredients, and mix just until the batter comes together. Fold in the cherries and 1/2 cup of the coconut.
- Using a small scoop, fill the prepare muffin tins about three-quarters of the way full. Sprinkle the remaining coconut over the muffins. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean and the coconut is toasted on top, 10 to 15 minutes. Place on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
CHOCOLATE SCUFFINS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories dessert
Time 50m
Yield 24 mini muffins
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 24-cup mini-muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
- Whisk together the coconut oil and granulated sugar in a large bowl until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract and whisk until well mixed. Whisk in the milk, then add the flour mixture and whisk until just incorporated. Stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Bake until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center of the scuffins comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Cool in the tin on a cooling rack for 5 minutes and then remove from the tin and let cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
CHERRY CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES WITH COCONUT
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 4h45m
Yield 18 to 24 truffles
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop the chocolate and put in a heatproof bowl. Bring the heavy cream, butter and salt to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat; pour over the chocolate and let sit until completely melted, about 10 minutes. Stir with a rubber spatula or whisk until smooth. (If necessary, microwave in 20-second intervals until the chocolate melts.)
- Whisk in the vanilla and cherry extracts. Stir the ganache until it is smooth and shiny. Pour into a shallow baking dish and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Roll tablespoonfuls of the ganache into 18 to 24 balls, then roll in shredded coconut. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight. (To make these in advance, roll into balls but do not coat; cover and freeze up to 2 weeks. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before uncovering, then roll in coating.)
CHERRY-COCONUT CHOCOLATE TORTE
This torte reminds me of two favorite treats: chocolate covered cherries and old-fashioned Cherry Mash candy bars. -Dian Hicks Carlson, Omaha, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs and vanilla until blended. Beat in melted butter. In a small bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, salt and baking powder; gradually add to batter and mix well., Spread into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Drain cherries, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Arrange cherries evenly around top edge of brownie; place remaining cherries over top. In a large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, butter and reserved cherry juice until creamy. Spread evenly over cherries., In a large bowl, combine coconut and milk. Sprinkle over cherry layer, carefully smoothing down near edges and pressing gently to form an even layer., Place chocolate in a large bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate. Let stand 5 minutes; whisk until smooth. Pour over coconut layer. Refrigerate until set. Loosen sides of pan with a knife. Remove rim from pan. Sprinkle with walnuts.
Nutrition Facts :
COCONUT CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES
A friend gave me this recipe because she knew how much I like chocolate-covered cherries. Coconut and nuts make this version absolutely divine.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in milk and vanilla until well blended and mixture looks like softened butter. Fold in the coconut and walnuts. , With moist hands, shape 2 teaspoonfuls of coconut mixture around each cherry, forming a ball. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip coated cherries into chocolate. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh cherries, you can use frozen cherries that have been thawed and drained.
- Be sure to pit the cherries before using them.
- If you don't have chocolate chips, you can use chopped chocolate or even cocoa powder.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to your liking.
- Be sure to grease the muffin tins well so that the scuffins don't stick.
- Fill the muffin tins about 2/3 full so that the scuffins have room to rise.
- Bake the scuffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the scuffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion:
These chocolate cherry coconut scuffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They're also a great way to use up any leftover cherries you may have. With their moist, fluffy texture and sweet and tangy flavor, these scuffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these chocolate cherry coconut scuffins a try!
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