Description
Cherry Cobbler Muffins are a cozy and delicious summer treat featuring tender muffins loaded with juicy cherries and topped with a sweet, crumbly cobbler topping. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these muffins combine the classic flavors of cherry and cinnamon in a comforting baked good that’s easy to make and sure to please.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries, halved
Cobbler Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, whole milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix just until combined—avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Fold in Cherries: Carefully fold in the halved cherries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the 1/3 cup flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Topping and Bake: Sprinkle the cobbler topping evenly over each muffin. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the muffin tops are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve slightly warm for best flavor.
Notes
- If using frozen cherries, do not thaw before adding to the batter to prevent excess moisture.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the topping for an extra warm spice flavor.
- These muffins are best enjoyed slightly warm to enhance the cherry flavor and soft texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
