Description
Almond Cherry Muffins are a delightful fusion of sweet cherries and crunchy almonds, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for brunch or a quick snack, these muffins are easy to make and will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or at room temperature, they are sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup pitted and chopped fresh cherries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with grease or paper liners.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- 3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
- 4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
- 5. Carefully add sliced almonds and cherries; fold until evenly distributed.
- 6. Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full with batter.
- 7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg