Cherry Cobbler Muffins

Cherry Cobbler Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups gluten-free flour
• 1/2 cup finely ground sugar
• 3 tablespoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1 cup pitted and chopped cherries (fresh or frozen)

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Preparation:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and either grease a muffin tin or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, finely ground sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla essence until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, gently stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Gently fold in the chopped cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with the batter.
7. To make the streusel topping, mix the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Add the softened butter and stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
8. Sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips and Variations:

• If fresh cherries are unavailable, substitute them with drained canned cherries or other fruits like peaches or blueberries.
• For added crunch, mix 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the streusel topping.
• To maintain the tender texture of the muffins, avoid overmixing the batter.
• If using frozen cherries, there’s no need to thaw them before adding to the batter.

Conclusion:

Savor the comforting flavors of tradition with these Cherry Cobbler Muffins. They serve as a sweet reminder that life’s simplest pleasures are often the most cherished. Bake a batch and enjoy the warmth they bring.