Description
Cherry Cobbler Muffins are fluffy, fruity, and warmly spiced muffins bursting with fresh cherries. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacks, these muffins combine the natural sweetness of cherries with comforting cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a delightful and wholesome treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (plant-based)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (natural)
Other
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and natural gelling agent until well combined for even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine unsweetened almond milk (plant-based), vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and maple syrup (natural). Stir gently until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and stir just until combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the muffins light and airy. The batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
- Fold in Fresh Cherries: Gently fold the pitted and halved fresh cherries into the batter, distributing evenly without breaking them up to maintain juicy bursts in the muffins.
- Bake to Perfection: Divide the batter evenly into a muffin tin lined with paper cups or greased well. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and better rise.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and avoid dense crumb.
- Pit and halve cherries carefully to prevent bitter bites and preserve fruit texture.
- Watch baking time closely as oven temps may vary.
- Sprinkle sugar on muffin tops before baking for a caramelized crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry cobbler muffins, vegan muffins, fruit muffins, cinnamon muffins, plant-based dessert
