Description
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with these Almond Cherry Muffins. Bursting with sweet cherries and nutty almonds, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a cozy afternoon snack. Their warm aroma will fill your kitchen, creating a sense of comfort and joy that’s reminiscent of cherished family moments. Easy to make and visually stunning, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chopped cherries and almonds until evenly distributed.
- Fill muffin tins two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 208mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 49mg