Sweet Cherry Crumble Muffins
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with these Sweet Cherry Crumble Muffins. They boast a tender, moist crumb infused with fresh, sweet cherries, all topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble that adds a satisfying texture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet snack, these muffins are sure to impress family and friends. Inspired by a classic recipe from Food & Wine Magazine, this version has been carefully adapted to enhance the sweetness of the cherries and create a perfect balance between rich flavors and lightness.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 cup (for crumble topping)
light brown sugar
3 tablespoons (for crumble topping)
granulated sugar
2 tablespoons (for crumble topping)
salt
a pinch (for crumble topping)
butter
6 tablespoons (melted for crumble topping)
flour
1 3/4 cups (for muffin batter)
baking powder
2 1/4 teaspoons (for muffin batter)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (for muffin batter)
granulated sugar
1 cup (for muffin batter)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
canola oil
1/2 cup (for muffin batter)
whole milk
3/4 cup (for muffin batter)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (for muffin batter)
sweet cherries
1 1/2 cups (pitted)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your muffin tins by lining them with paper liners or spraying them with nonstick cooking spray.
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2. For the crumble topping, combine 1 cup of flour, 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Stir in 6 tablespoons of melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles pea-sized chunks. Set aside.
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3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups of flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will be your dry mixture.
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4. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup of canola oil. Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture until well combined and fluffy.
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5. Gradually beat in 3/4 cup of whole milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
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6. Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of pitted sweet cherries.
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7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Generously sprinkle the crumble topping over each muffin.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
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9. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Sweet Cherry Crumble Muffins?
They are tender, moist muffins infused with fresh sweet cherries and topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How should I prepare the muffin tins?
Line them with paper liners or spray them with nonstick cooking spray.
What ingredients make up the crumble topping?
The crumble is made of 1 cup flour, 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, and 6 tablespoons of melted butter.
What texture should the crumble topping reach during mixing?
The mixture should resemble pea-sized chunks.
What are the dry ingredients for the muffin batter?
The dry ingredients include 1 3/4 cups flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Which wet ingredients are beaten together first?
1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup of canola oil should be beaten until fluffy.
What speed should be used to combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Use a low speed and mix until just combined.
How should the cherries be added to the batter?
Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of pitted sweet cherries.
How much batter should go into each muffin cup?
Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
When is the crumble topping added?
The crumble should be generously sprinkled over each muffin before they go into the oven.
How long do the muffins bake?
They should bake for approximately 30 minutes.
How can I tell if the muffins are finished baking?
A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
How long should the muffins cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Where should the muffins finish cooling?
Move them to a wire rack to cool completely after the initial pan cooling.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs.
What type of oil is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of canola oil.
What type of milk is used?
3/4 cup of whole milk is used for the muffin batter.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is required.
Is the butter for the crumble melted or cold?
The butter should be melted.
What source inspired this recipe?
It was inspired by a classic recipe from Food & Wine Magazine.
How many total ingredients are listed in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients listed in total.
What kind of cherries are best for these muffins?
Fresh, sweet cherries that have been pitted are best.
Can I use granulated sugar in the crumble?
Yes, the crumble uses both 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar.
What is the purpose of the baking powder?
The 2 1/4 teaspoons of baking powder help the muffins rise.
Are these muffins suitable for brunch?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack.
How much salt is in the batter itself?
The batter contains 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Does the recipe use light or dark brown sugar?
The recipe specifies 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar for the crumble.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare your muffin tins.
How much flour is used in the batter portion?
1 3/4 cups of flour are used for the muffin batter.