Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of fresh cherries and rich dark chocolate with these irresistible Cherry Chocolate Chunk Muffins. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these muffins offer a fluffy texture and vibrant colors that are sure to impress your family and friends. With just one bowl needed for preparation, this easy muffin recipe is versatile enough to satisfy any craving. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or share them with loved ones, these cherry chocolate delights will become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup chopped cherries
- 3/4 cup chopped dark chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin pan with liners or grease it.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and let cool slightly.
- Whisk in milk, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped cherries and dark chocolate until evenly distributed.
- Fill muffin wells about three-quarters full and bake for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes in the pan 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 (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy. Feel free to substitute half of the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.