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Cherry Muffins (Fresh and Easy) - Olives + Thyme

These Cherry Muffins (Fresh and Easy) - Olives + Thyme are a sophisticated twist on classic cherry muffins, featuring a Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile with thyme and a hint of salinity. Perfect for breakfast or a special treat, these muffins are tender, moist, and bursting with fresh cherry flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme finely chopped
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter melted and cooled
  • 2 Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest
Cherries
  • 2 cups Fresh Cherries pitted and halved

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • - Mixing bowls
  • - Whisk
  • measuring cups,
  • - Measuring spoons
  • oven

Method
 

Preheat and Prep
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the finely chopped thyme.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry. Do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the cherries.
  5. Portion the batter into the muffin cups. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8g

Notes

These Cherry Muffins (Fresh and Easy) - Olives + Thyme are best served fresh. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for up to a week. To freeze, wrap each muffin in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag. They stay fresh for 3 months. To reheat, just pop a muffin in the microwave for 15 seconds or in a warm oven for 5 minutes to restore that fresh fruit muffins texture.
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