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Cherry Ricotta Muffins

Cherry Ricotta Muffins recipe

Ricotta cheese adds a creamy and moist texture to these muffins, while fresh cherries provide a burst of fruity flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 25 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 12
Calories 2640
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 2 unit Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, ricotta cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the halved cherries.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 220kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
Sugars 15g
Protein 5g10%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.