Cheddar and Cherry Muffins Recipe Recipe

Savory meets sweet in these irresistible Cheddar Cherry Muffins -- a unique twist on traditional baked goods! The bold sharpness of cheddar cheese perfectly balances the juicy sweetness of cherries, creating a flavor combination that's both unexpected and delicious. With a tender, moist texture and a hint of cinnamon, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime snack.

Whether you're looking for a creative way to enjoy cherries or simply love the blend of sweet and savory, this recipe is a must-try!

If you dive into the rich buttery crust of a dessert pie but leave the sweet fruit filling behind, Mary Cech has a concept you'll appreciate.

In her new book, "Savory Baking" Cech takes the same tempting crusts, biscuits, crumbles and other toppings that traditionally accompany desserts and uses them to add appeal to entrees and side dishes.

Adding dough to a dish makes it more elegant, says the professional baker and cooking instructor. However, adding a topping to a dish or turning a sweet into a savory doesn't make it more expensive.

In fact, it can be an economical technique if you adopt her strategy to refresh leftovers.

Even muffins, which often have enough sugar to qualify as dessert, get a Cech makeover. Her versions of muffins call for cheese, herbs and even onions.

This cheddar and cherry muffin recipe is adapted from Cech's book. Serve these cheddar and cherry muffins for lunch along with soup or a salad.

Cheddar and Cherry Muffins

    Prep Time: 15 minutes

    Cook time: 20 minutes

    Yield: Makes 7 muffins

Cheddar and Cherry Muffins Recipe Ingredients

    1/2 cup dried cherries

    1 cup flour

    1 tablespoon sugar

    1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

    1/2 cup milk

    1 egg, beaten

    3 tablespoons butter, melted

Cheddar and Cherry Muffins Recipe Directions

    Place cherries in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling hot water. Set aside for 10 minutes. Drain well.

    Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cheese in a large bowl. Stir together milk, egg and melted butter in a small bowl. Stir milk mixture into flour mixture. Stir just to mix. Do not beat. Fold in cherries.

    Grease a muffin tin (use cooking spray or shortening). Spoon in batter filling 7 indentations about 2/3 to 3/4 full. Bake in preheated 350-degree oven for 17 to 20 minutes or until muffins are golden brown. Remove from oven. Cool muffins for 5 minutes. Turn out onto wire rack.

    Freeze leftovers and reheat in a preheated 325-degree oven for about 5 to 10 minutes.

    Each muffin has: 215 calories; 10 grams total fat; 6.3 grams protein; 24.5 grams carbohydrates; 57.5 milligrams cholesterol; 262 milligrams sodium and 3.5 grams dietary fiber.

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Cheddar Cherry Muffins | Sweet & Savory Muffin Recipe

These Cheddar Cherry Muffins combine the rich, savory taste of cheddar cheese with the sweet tang of cherries, creating a deliciously unique muffin perfect for breakfast or a snack.

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