Homemade Fresh Cherry Muffins Recipe

Fresh Cherry Muffins are sweet spiced and moist muffins filled with chunks of diced fresh cherry and topped with a crunchy cherry crumble.you’ll be craving them all season long!

There’s something special about cherries when summer arrives and maybe it’s the mess that comes with them because there’s red juice everywhere and your fingers get sticky and there are even pit-spitting contests in the backyard although we do try to keep it classy.
I remember grabbing a huge bag from the farmers’ market late last June and they looked perfect but then I realized I had only about two hours to use them before they turned into fruit soup so naturally I panicked and I decided to bake something.

was pure amazing as the muffins came out soft and fluffy on the inside and golden on top and the sweet buttery crumble made them irresistible and I’m not even ashamed to say I ate 2 before they finished cooling.

Have you ever tried warm cherry muffins fresh out of the oven because if you haven’t then trust me you’re about to discover something amazing.
So let’s get baking.

Ingredients :

For the Muffins:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped

For the Sweet Streusel Topping:

• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

How to Make Fresh Cherry Muffins Recipe with Sweet Streusel Topping

Step 1

The first thing you need to do is preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with nonstick spray.

Step 2

Now you need to mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Then mix in the wet ingredients. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth Now, combine the wet and dry ingredients. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Don’t overmix! Gently add the chopped cherries.

Step 3

Next, prepare the streusel topping. In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter, then use your fingers or a fork to mash and mix until crumbly. Fill the muffin cups. Divide the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full. Sprinkle a generous amount of streusel topping over each cup.

Step 4

Now it’s time to bake. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 5

Finally, cool the cakes and enjoy. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve them warm or at room temperature.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make these yummy Fresh Cherry Muffins Recipe with Sweet Streusel Topping, you’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools

• Mixing bowls
• Muffin pan
• Paper liners or cooking spray
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Fork or pastry cutter
• Cooling rack

Tips for the Best Fresh Cherry Muffins Recipe with Sweet Streusel Topping

Don’t overmix the batter it can make the muffins tough. Stir just until combined.

Add a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top before baking for extra crunch.

Use frozen cherries if fresh ones aren’t available. Just thaw and pat them dry first.

What to Eat with Fresh Cherry Muffins Recipe with Sweet Streusel Topping ??

I love having these Muffins for breakfast with a hot cup of tea. Even my toddler would have them with a glass of milk or a warm cup of cocoa for a perfect kid-friendly meal. I’ve also seen my mother-in-law add a drizzle of honey to her Muffins many times, and when she can’t find any honey, she always adds butter. She says it adds a touch of flavor to any Muffins. If I have any leftovers in the afternoon, I usually have them with a cold drink or fruit juice for an extra refreshment.

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