Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins
Indulge in the delightful experience of Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins, where juicy cherries meet rich chocolate chips for a perfect blend of flavors in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these muffins are easy to make and sure to impress family and friends alike. With their moist texture and customizable options, you’ll find them to be a versatile addition to your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries evenly.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups and top with whole cherries if desired.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg