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Cherry Cobbler Muffins Recipe

Cherry Cobbler Muffins Recipe
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Delight in these Cherry Cobbler Muffins, a perfect blend of sweet fresh cherries enveloped in a tender muffin base topped with a crumbly cinnamon brown sugar cobbler. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a dessert treat, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pitted fresh cherries (or frozen cherries, thawed and drained)

Cobbler Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy muffin removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 3/4 cups flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt throughout the flour.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform for a moist batter.
  4. Assemble the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender. Carefully fold in the pitted cherries to distribute them throughout the batter.
  5. Prepare the Cobbler Topping: In a small bowl, combine the topping flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Add the diced cold butter and use a fork or pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until coarse crumbs form, creating a crunchy topping.
  6. Fill & Top Muffins: Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising. Evenly sprinkle the cobbler topping over each muffin batter portion to form a sweet, crispy crust.
  7. Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the muffins are fully cooked.
  8. Cool & Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Fresh cherries are best in season; frozen cherries work well when thawed and drained to avoid extra moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep muffins fluffy.
  • The cobbler topping can be made ahead and refrigerated to save time.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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