Cherry-Oatmeal Muffins

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Tender, fruity muffins bursting with tart cherries and bright orange zest.
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Cherry-Oatmeal Muffins

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1212.6

Description

These Cherry-Oatmeal Muffins are the perfect balance of sweet and tart, offering a moist crumb studded with juicy sour cherries. The addition of grated orange peel provides a fragrant citrus note that cuts through the richness, while quick oats add a satisfying texture and wholesome heartiness. Ideal for a cozy weekend breakfast, a lunchbox treat, or an afternoon snack with coffee, these muffins come together easily with pantry staples. The brown sugar topping adds a delightful crunch, making each bite irresistible. They freeze beautifully, so you can bake a batch and enjoy them fresh throughout the week. Simple, comforting, and undeniably delicious.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. Spray twelve 2 3/4-inch muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray or line with paper liners.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, quick oats, grated orange peel, and baking powder until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the pitted sour cherries into the dry ingredients to coat them evenly, which helps prevent sinking.
  5. In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, combine 1 cup of water, thawed frozen orange juice concentrate, vegetable oil, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
  7. Mix with a fork or spatula just until the flour is moistened; do not overmix, as the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
  8. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  9. Sprinkle the tops of each muffin evenly with packed brown sugar.
  10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  11. Remove the pan from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  12. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1212.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.9g17%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1174.6mg49%
Total Carbohydrate 231.0g77%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g72%
Sugars 3.4g
Protein 42.8g86%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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