Peaches and Cream Muffins Recipe
Delightful Peaches and Cream Muffins bursting with juicy fresh peaches and a tender, creamy texture—perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack any time of day. These muffins are easy to make and bake to a golden finish, offering a balance of mild sweetness and fruity freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh peaches, diced (use ripe, juicy peaches for best flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using. This ensures the leavening and flavoring ingredients are evenly dispersed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the milk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until the batter is moistened. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
- Fold in Peaches: Gently fold in the diced fresh peaches, making certain they are distributed evenly throughout the batter without breaking them up.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean and the tops are golden.
- Cool Muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, refrigerate muffins where they can last about a week.
- Reheat muffins in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a toaster oven until warmed through before serving for best taste.
- Use ripe peaches for optimal flavor; if using frozen peaches, thaw and drain excess moisture to avoid soggy muffins.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense, tough muffins.
- Experiment with additions like blueberries, nuts, or lemon zest for a refreshing twist.
Keywords: Baked Goods, breakfast treats, Muffins, Peaches, Summer Desserts
