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Cherry Cobbler Muffins Recipe

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Cherry Cobbler Muffins are tender, fluffy muffins filled with a sweet cherry filling and topped with a buttery crumble. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these muffins combine fresh or frozen cherries with a lightly spiced crumble topping for a delightful balance of tartness and sweetness.

Ingredients

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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 over medium heat until the mixture bubbles and thickens, about 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and almond extract if using. Let the cherry filling cool slightly before using.
  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 the cups well. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in the cold butter cubes with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; some lumps are okay to ensure tender muffins.
  3. Create the Crumble Topping: In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture forms coarse crumbs similar in texture to the muffin batter crumbs.
  4. Assemble and Bake the Muffins: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the muffin batter into each muffin liner. Add about 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled cherry filling on top of the batter. Then, evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the cherry filling layer. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  5. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. This prevents sogginess and helps the muffins set properly.

Notes

  • Use Cold Ingredients: Cold butter is essential in both the muffin batter and crumble topping to create a tender and flaky texture with distinct crumbly pockets.
  • Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter just until combined to avoid tough muffins caused by gluten development.
  • Adjust Sweetness: If cherries are very tart, increase sugar in the filling to taste.
  • Variations: Substitute cherries with blueberries, raspberries, or peaches. Add nuts to the crumble for extra texture.
  • Storage: Keep muffins in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze individually wrapped for longer storage. Thaw at room temperature before eating.
  • Buttermilk Substitute: Use regular milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar added, let sit 5 minutes before use.
  • Almond Extract: Optional but enhances cherry flavor—use sparingly.
  • Prevent Soggy Muffins: Let cherry filling cool before layering, and do not overfill muffin cups.
  • Baking Time: Oven temperatures vary; check with toothpick for doneness.
  • Serving Suggestions: Delicious plain or served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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