When it comes to satisfying your sweet cravings, cherry muffins stand out as a delectable treat that can brighten up any day. These delectable muffins combine the vibrant flavors of sweet cherries with the soft and fluffy texture of a classic muffin batter, resulting in a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through a culinary journey to discover the perfect cherry muffin recipe that will become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHERRY MUFFIN
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
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.
CHERRY-NUT MUFFIN MIX
Our home economists liked these fruit-and-nut muffins from Marianne Clarke of Crystal Lake, Illinois so much, they modified the recipe to layer the dry ingredients in a jar. TIP: Print the directions for preparing the muffins and spiced butter on a holiday postcard and attach to the jar with a festive ribbon.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 14 muffins (about 3/4 cup butter).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking soda. In a 1-qt. glass container, layer the flour mixture, cardamom, cloves, cherries and walnuts, packing well between each layer. Cover and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 1 batch (about 4 cups total)., To prepare muffins: Place mix in a large bowl. Combine the buttermilk, egg and butter; stir into mix just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., In a small bowl, cream the butter, confectioners' sugar and cardamom until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Soften just before serving with the muffins.
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Tips:
- Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries provide the best flavor and texture to your muffins. If you don't have fresh cherries on hand, you can use frozen cherries that have been thawed and drained.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in tough muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Fill the muffin cups to the top: This will ensure that your muffins rise properly and have a nice rounded shape.
- Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that your muffins are cooked through.
- Let the muffins cool before frosting: This will help the frosting to set properly and prevent it from melting.
Conclusion:
Cherry muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your cherry muffins turn out perfect every time. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet and satisfying snack, give this cherry muffin recipe a try.
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