Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade cherry muffins infused with almond extract. These muffins are a perfect blend of moistness and chewy texture, showcasing the vibrant flavor of fresh cherries. With their easy preparation and quick bake time, they make an irresistible treat for any occasion—whether it’s brunch with friends, a sweet snack for the family, or a comforting dessert. Customizable to your liking, these muffins can be enhanced with nuts or chocolate chips to suit your preferences. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, and savor the delicious nostalgia they bring.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- â…“ cup milk
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 ¼ cups fresh cherries (pitted and whole)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease it.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, vegetable oil, milk, egg, and almond extract until combined.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Fold in the cherries gently until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 17mg