Cherry Cobbler Muffins
Delightful muffins filled with sweet, juicy cherries, offering the best elements of a cobbler in a portable form. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1 cup sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a lower-calorie option.
- ½ cup milk Substitute with almond milk or oat milk for dairy-free.
- ¼ cup butter, melted Coconut oil can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
- 1 unit egg For a vegan option, replace with 'flax egg'.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for the muffins to rise.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or canned cherries, pitted Use fresh for best flavor or well-drained canned cherries.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and tools. You'll need a mixing bowl, whisk, spatula, muffin tin, and paper liners.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Whisk until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until mixed well.
- Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the pitted cherries into the batter.
- Line a muffin tin with paper cups and fill each cup about two-thirds full with batter.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Serve the muffins warm. They can also be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for several days.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or freeze for up to 3 months. Use fresh cherries when in season for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure fluffy muffins.