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Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins

Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins That'll Brighten Your Day

Delicious Cherry Chocolate Chip Muffins combining sweet cherries and rich chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens muffins.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids in rise and browning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can be swapped with non-dairy milk.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Coconut oil can be used for dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips recommended.
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries Fresh pitted cherries can also be used.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, folding them together gently.
  5. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
  6. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, divide the muffin batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Tip: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing to keep muffins fluffy.

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