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Cherry Muffins

Enjoy the sweet and tart flavor of fresh cherries in these delightful muffins, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cups vegetable oil
  • 0.33 cups milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 teaspoon almond extract
Add-ins
  • 1.25 cups fresh cherries Pitted and halved

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with 8 paper liners or lightly grease 8 cups.
  2. In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil, milk, egg, and almond extract until well combined.
  2. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk just until combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Gently fold in the cherries.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the 8 prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  2. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Cool the muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Serve cherry muffins warm or at room temperature. Consider enjoying them with butter, whipped cream, or ice cream for added deliciousness. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.