Description
Almond Cherry Muffins are a delicious blend of sweet cherries and nutty almond flavors, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With their golden tops and vibrant cherry speckles, these muffins are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. In just a few simple steps, you can fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that invites everyone to indulge in these fluffy treats. Enjoy them warm with butter or freeze them for later enjoyment!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners or grease them.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, almond extract, and melted butter until frothy.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; fold in the halved cherries.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg