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.

  • 19 Jun 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 10 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Cherry and chocolate muffins

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:

1 cup cherries
150g
1/2 cup butter
110g
3/4 cup dark chocolate
170g
4 cups self-raising flour
600g
3/4 cup sugar
150g
2 tbsp dry cocoa powder
30g
3 eggs
150g
1/4 cup milk (1% fat)
60g
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
120g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners or lightly grease each cup with butter.
2. Prepare the Cherries:
- If using fresh cherries, wash, pit, and halve them. Set aside.
3. Melt the Butter:
- 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.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- 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.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk, heavy whipping cream, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
6. Incorporate Wet into Dry:
- 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.
7. Add Cherries and Chocolate:
- Gently fold in the cherries and chopped dark chocolate into the muffin batter until they are evenly distributed.
8. Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. This will allow the muffins to rise without overflowing.
9. Bake:
- 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.
10. Cool:
- 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.
11. Serve:
- 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 Size150 grams
Energy
Calories 440kcal22%
Protein
Protein 12g8%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g21%
Fiber 5g13%
Sugar 22g22%
Fat
Fat 24g28%
Saturated 9g28%
Cholesterol 100mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 160ug18%
Choline 60mg11%
Vitamin B1 0.20mg17%
Vitamin B2 0.11mg8%
Vitamin B3 1.06mg7%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 27ug7%
Vitamin B12 0.21ug9%
Vitamin C 1.12mg1%
Vitamin E 0.28mg2%
Vitamin K 1.76ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 44mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.25mg28%
Iron, Fe 3.52mg32%
Magnesium, Mg 80mg19%
Phosphorus, P 150mg12%
Potassium, K 210mg6%
Selenium, Se 18ug32%
Sodium, Na 27mg2%
Zinc, Zn 1.15mg10%
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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