Cherry Pecan Gems
Delight your taste buds with Cherry Pecan Gems, a delectable treat that combines the tart sweetness of dried cherries with the rich, nutty crunch of chopped pecans. These golden, muffin-sized confections are made with a perfectly tender batter featuring a hint of vanilla and a touch of whole milk for a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each bite is a harmonious blend of buttery goodness and chewy, fruity bursts. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these gems are ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Whether served warm or at room temperature, Cherry Pecan Gems are perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or any occasion where a touch of homemade indulgence is just what you need!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Dried cherries, chopped
- 100 grams Pecans, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a standard muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped dried cherries and pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly and ensure it has a soft, scoopable consistency.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, divide the batter evenly among the muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a gem comes out clean.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the Cherry Pecan Gems to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the gems warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.0 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 1796 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.0 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*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.
