Cherry and chocolate muffins
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and rich flavors with our Cherry and Chocolate Muffins recipe. Made with juicy cherries, dark chocolate, and a touch of cocoa, these moist and fluffy muffins are a delightful treat for any occasion. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.
- 20 Mar 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 10 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
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.
Ingredients:
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.
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.
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.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 150 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 440kcal | 22% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 12g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 70g | 21% |
| Fiber 5g | 13% |
| Sugar 22g | 22% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 28% |
| Saturated 9g | 28% |
| Cholesterol 100mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 160ug | 18% |
| Choline 60mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 0.20mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 1.06mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 27ug | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 0.21ug | 9% |
| Vitamin C 1.12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 1.76ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 44mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.25mg | 28% |
| Iron, Fe 3.52mg | 32% |
| Magnesium, Mg 80mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus, P 150mg | 12% |
| Potassium, K 210mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 18ug | 32% |
| Sodium, Na 27mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.15mg | 10% |
| Water | |
| Water 44g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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