Cherry Cobbler Muffins
Delicious Cherry Cobbler Muffins combining tender muffin crumb with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced crumb topping and juicy cherries folded into the batter. Perfect as a breakfast treat or snack, these muffins offer a delightful balance of fruity sweetness and a crunchy cobbler topping.
- Author: Nethan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- 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 cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 3/4 cups flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt, ensuring all dry ingredients are evenly combined for consistent texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth to create a homogenous liquid base for the batter.
- Assemble the Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender. Fold in the pitted cherries evenly to distribute fruit throughout the batter.
- Prepare the Cobbler Topping: In a small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, forming the cobbler topping.
- Fill & Top Muffins: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Evenly sprinkle the cobbler topping over each muffin to add a sweet, crunchy finish.
- Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool & Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain texture and prevents sogginess.
Notes
- Fresh cherries provide the best flavor, but frozen cherries can be used if thawed and well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the muffins tough.
- The cobbler topping can be made ahead and refrigerated before using for convenience.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a dairy-free butter alternative.
- These muffins are best enjoyed the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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