Mini Maraschino Cherry Muffins

Mini Maraschino Cherry Muffins
30 min.
24
74kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Mini Maraschino Cherry Muffins, a perfect treat for your morning meal, brunch, or breakfast gatherings! These charming little muffins are not only visually appealing with their vibrant cherry bits, but they also pack a punch of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 24 muffins that are sure to impress family and friends alike.

The combination of buttery goodness, the subtle crunch of blanched almonds, and the juicy bursts of maraschino cherries creates a harmonious blend that is both comforting and refreshing. Each muffin is a delightful bite-sized morsel, making them ideal for sharing or enjoying on your own with a cup of coffee or tea. Plus, the light glaze drizzled on top adds an extra touch of sweetness that elevates these muffins to a whole new level.

Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply looking for a quick and delicious breakfast option, these Mini Maraschino Cherry Muffins are a fantastic choice. They are easy to make, and the cheerful cherry flavor is sure to brighten anyone's day. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these scrumptious muffins that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup maraschino cherries chopped
  • 0.3 cup blanched almonds and chopped
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons maraschino cherries 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottoms only of 24 miniature (1 3/4x1-inch) muffin cups or 12 regular-size muffin cups with shortening or cooking spray, or line with paper baking cups.
  2. In medium bowl, beat granulated sugar, butter, milk and egg with fork or wire whisk until well blended. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt just until flour is moistened. Fold in cherries and almonds. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (cups will be full).
  3. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Immediately remove muffins from pan to cooling rack.
  5. Drizzle glaze over warm muffins.
  6. Serve warm if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein6.65%
Fat35.95%
Carbs57.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.46
Glycemic Load
4.46
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.647391297652%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.59kcal
3.68%
Fat:2.99g
4.6%
Saturated Fat:0.61g
3.8%
Carbohydrates:10.74g
3.58%
Net Carbohydrates:10.35g
3.76%
Sugar:6.36g
7.07%
Cholesterol:7.43mg
2.48%
Sodium:69.3mg
3.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.24g
2.49%
Selenium:2.5µg
3.57%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.15%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.07%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.04%
Folate:11.05µg
2.76%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.73%
Phosphorus:24.96mg
2.5%
Calcium:23.8mg
2.38%
Vitamin A:104.56IU
2.09%
Iron:0.35mg
1.97%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.8%
Fiber:0.39g
1.58%
Magnesium:5.74mg
1.43%
Copper:0.03mg
1.41%