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double chocolate cherry muffins
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Dark Chocolate Cherry Muffins

Dark Chocolate Cherry Muffins are rich, moist, and packed with deep chocolate flavor balanced by bursts of juicy cherries. The combination of bittersweet dark chocolate and sweet-tart cherries creates a bakery-style treat that feels indulgent yet perfectly balanced. These muffins are ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon chocolate craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries chopped
  • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped cherries and dark chocolate chips.
  6. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Toss cherries lightly in flour to prevent sinking.
  • Do not overmix to keep muffins soft and fluffy.
  • Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking for a bakery look.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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