Cherry muffins with chocolate and liqueur

40 min
hard
11 ingredients

Cherry muffins with chocolate and liqueur

Muffins are a classic in baking that have transcended borders and are enjoyed in many Latin American countries, although with variations in name and preparation. In Mexico and some Central American countries, they are simply known as "muffins," while in Argentina and Chile they may be called "magdalenas" or "quequitos," although these terms usually refer to slightly different preparations. The version that includes cherries and chocolate is a combination that comes from Anglo-Saxon influence, where sweet muffins with fruit and chocolate chips are very popular. Incorporating liqueur is an adaptation that adds a sophisticated and aromatic touch, ideal for special occasions.

This recipe combines the sweetness of candied cherries with the intensity and creaminess of milk chocolate chips, enhanced with a touch of liqueur. It is perfect for those looking for a juicy muffin, full of flavor, and with a delicate balance between fruit and chocolate. Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or to accompany coffee or tea.

How to Make Cherry and Chocolate Muffins with Liqueur

Preheat the oven to 375°F, grease 12 muffin molds or line them with paper liners.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 3/4 cups of chocolate chips, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the candied cherries and mix.

In a small bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.

Stir just until moistened.

Pour the batter into the prepared muffin molds, filling them.

Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips.

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown.

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Remove from the pan.

Serve warm or let cool completely on a wire rack.

Cherry muffins with chocolate and liqueur

Ingredients (11)

  • Wheat Flour
  • Milk Chocolate Chips
  • Brown Sugar
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt
  • Candied Cherries
  • Milk
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Egg

Instructions (12 steps)

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F, grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 3/4 cups of chocolate chips, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
  3. 3 Add the cherries and mix
  4. 4 In a small bowl, mix the milk, oil, and egg until well blended
  5. 5 Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ones
  6. 6 Stir just until moistened
  7. 7 Pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them
  8. 8 Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips
  9. 9 Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown
  10. 10 Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes
  11. 11 Remove from the pan
  12. 12 Serve warm or let cool completely on a wire rack