Cherry and chocolate muffins
Cherry and chocolate muffins blend sweet cherries with rich dark chocolate, offering a moist and flavourful treat. Perfect for breakfasts or desserts, these muffins are easy to make and delicious.
Cook time 20 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
1 cup cherries1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup dark chocolate
4 cups self-raising flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 tbsp dry cocoa powder
3 eggs
1/4 cup milk (1% fat)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Cherry and chocolate muffins are a delectable treat that combines the sweetness of cherries with the rich taste of dark chocolate. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful dessert. Follow this recipe to create moist and flavorful muffins that will impress your friends and family.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners or lightly grease each cup with butter.
- If using fresh cherries, wash, pit, and halve them. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. This should take about 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on your microwave. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, sugar, and dry cocoa powder. Use a whisk to ensure the dry ingredients are well blended.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk, heavy whipping cream, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the well. Use a spoon or spatula to gently fold the mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Gently fold in the cherries and chopped dark chocolate into the muffin batter until they are evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. This will allow the muffins to rise without overflowing.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Cherry and Chocolate Muffins warm or at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 2 months.
Your cherry and chocolate muffins are now ready to be enjoyed! These muffins are moist, rich, and have a burst of cherry sweetness in every bite. Serve them warm for the best experience or store them in an airtight container for a delicious snack any time.
Cherry and chocolate muffins FAQ:
Bake the muffins in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes. They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, the muffins are ready to be removed from the oven.
Yes, store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months.
If you don't have dark chocolate, you can use semi-sweet or milk chocolate as a substitute, keeping in mind this may alter the overall flavor and sweetness of the muffins.
Yes, you can substitute heavy whipping cream with whole milk or a plant-based milk alternative. However, this may slightly affect the richness and moisture of the muffins.
Cooking Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cherries.: If using frozen cherries, make sure to thaw and drain them properly to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
- Room temperature ingredients.: Ensure that your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature before mixing. This helps in creating a smoother batter and even baking.
- Do not overmix the batter.: Mix the batter until the dry ingredients are just combined with the wet ingredients. Overmixing can lead to dense and tough muffins.
- Chop the chocolate finely.: Finely chop the dark chocolate for evenly distributed chocolate chunks in every bite.
- Use an ice cream scoop.: Using an ice cream scoop to fill the muffin tins ensures that each muffin is of uniform size and bakes evenly.
- Check with a toothpick.: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin to check if it’s done. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the muffins are ready.
Nutrition Facts
10 ServingsCalories 440kcal
Protein 12g
Carbohydrates 70g
Fiber 5g
Sugar 22g
Fat 24g
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