Description
Black Forest Muffins are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and tart cherries, creating a treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. These moist and fluffy muffins are topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, reminiscent of freshly fallen snow. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite that brings joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ? cups all-purpose flour
- ? cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ? cup granulated sugar
- ? cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- ? cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375?F (190?C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until frothy.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the cherries carefully.
- Scoop batter into the muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg