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Cherry Cobbler Muffins Recipe

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These Cherry Cobbler Muffins combine a tender, flaky muffin base with a luscious cherry filling and a crunchy crumble topping, creating the perfect sweet treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Featuring fresh or frozen cherries enhanced with almond extract and lemon juice, these muffins deliver a delicious balance of tart and sweet flavors baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

Cherry Filling

  • 4 cups fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries (if frozen, thaw slightly)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional, but highly recommended!)

Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar added)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crumble Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cherry Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Stir the mixture over medium heat until it bubbles and thickens, about 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and optional almond extract. Let the filling cool slightly before assembling.
  2. Make the Cobbler Muffin Batter: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—some lumps are okay to keep the muffins tender.
  3. Create the Crumble Topping: In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs similar to the muffin base.
  4. Assemble and Bake the Muffins: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of muffin batter into each muffin liner. Top each with approximately 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled cherry filling. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the cherry layer. Bake the muffins for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are golden.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use Cold Ingredients: Cold butter helps create a tender, flaky texture by forming air pockets in the batter and topping.
  • Don’t Overmix: Mixing just until combined avoids tough muffins by preventing gluten overdevelopment.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Increase sugar in the filling if cherries are very tart, to balance flavor.
  • Variations: Substitute cherries with blueberries, raspberries, or peaches, or add nuts to the crumble for added crunch.
  • Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze individually wrapped in plastic, thaw before serving.
  • Buttermilk Substitute: Use milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, rested 5 minutes, if buttermilk is unavailable.
  • Almond Extract: Optional but enhances cherry flavor; add sparingly to avoid overpowering.
  • Prevent Sogginess: Ensure cherry filling is cool before assembling; avoid overfilling the muffin cups.
  • Baking Time: Oven temperatures vary; test doneness with a toothpick and adjust baking time if needed.
  • Serving Suggestions: Delicious on their own or served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a special treat.

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