Prepare to embark on a decadent culinary journey that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight! These Double Chocolate Cherry Muffins are not just another ordinary breakfast treat – they're a luxurious explosion of rich chocolate and sweet, tangy cherries that will transform your morning routine into a gourmet experience. Imagine biting into a moist, chocolatey muffin studded with luscious cherry chunks and melting chocolate chips – a combination so irresistible, you'll want to wake up early just to enjoy them!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to ensure all dry ingredients are well combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until thoroughly blended.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredient mixture into it. Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. Some small lumps are okay.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips and the chopped cherries, reserving some of each for topping.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each muffin for additional chocolate decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy your Double Chocolate Cherry Muffins. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips
- • For the most tender muffins, be careful not to overmix the batter. Mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep the texture light and fluffy. • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor, or high-quality frozen cherries if fresh are not available. • Make sure your baking powder is fresh to ensure the muffins rise properly. • Let the muffins cool slightly before removing from the tin to prevent them from falling apart. • For an extra indulgent touch, you can dust the cooled muffins with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. • These muffins freeze beautifully – wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, so take your milk and other refrigerated items out about 30 minutes before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 5mg
