Cherry Country Muffins
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Cherry Country Muffins, a perfect fusion of wholesome simplicity and vibrant flavor. Bursting with juicy, fresh cherries and the subtle sweetness of almond and vanilla extracts, these muffins are a treat for breakfast or snack time. The tender crumb, thanks to rich buttermilk and melted butter, pairs beautifully with optional crunchy sliced almond toppings. Ready in just 35 minutes, these small-batch delights evoke the charm of homemade country baking while being easy enough for any baker to master. Serve these muffins warm for a comforting treat or store them for a quick grab-and-go snack that’s packed with fruity goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 1.5 cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease the cups.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
Fold the chopped cherries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds on top of each muffin for an added crunch.
Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 211 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 111 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
