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These Cherry Bakewell Muffins with a Surprise Centre are such a delight for almond and cherry lovers. The muffin recipe is oh so simple, and packed with goodness. The surprise centre comprises a jammy filling, using whichever preserve you like! I use a slightly runny cherries/berries preserve, but honestly anything like this will work!
I know some people might think the glace cherries are a little retro, but honestly I think that’s what makes these so great! All the vibes of a cherry Bakewell tart, without the hassle!
For any muffin recipe, we keep moisture high and stirring low for the best texture. Feel free to add fruit, nuts or chocolate chips, but I’m not convinced they need it! These will keep for a few days in an airtight container, making them a great grab and go breakfast or lunchbox snack. That said, eating them warm not long out of the oven is an unrivalled experience.
I recommend using only a wooden spoon to mix the muffin batter, and you’ll only need one bowl. I weigh everything directly into one large mixing bowl (a Pyrex one is a great choice for most baking recipes). Ensure the butter has cooled a little before adding to prevent the eggs from cooking. These muffins are super lemony without being sour, and are helped along by the addition of a little glaze on top.
TIPS FOR the best Cherry Bakewell Muffins with a Surprise Centre
- Moisture: These contain milk, egg, oil and melted butter for moisture. All are needed to prevent the worst sin: dry muffins.
- Mixing: Prevent dense/dry muffins by sticking to a wooden spoon and mixing until only *just* combined.
- Bake Time: Put them into the oven at a relatively high heat and LEAVE THEM ALONE. No turning, no checking, just let them do their thing until they look totally golden.
The recipe below makes 6 muffins, but of course, feel free to double it (I use a 6 hole muffin tin – like these ones)! These Cherry Bakewell Muffins with a Surprise Centre really are great for so many occasions, but for more muffin recipes, check out these Orange Drizzle Glazed Breakfast Muffins or these Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins. For videos, check my Instagram. I also have plenty more muffin and brunch inspiration on the blog!
Cherry Bakewell Muffins with a Surprise Centre
Ingredients
- 165 g Plain Flour
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 110 g Granulated Sugar
- 50 g Melted Butter
- 30 ml Vegetable Oil
- 75 ml Milk
- 1 Medium Egg
- 120 g Glace Cherries Roughly Chopped
- 75 g Flaked Almonds
- 6 tsp Cherry (or any berry) Jam
For the Glaze (Optional)
- 2 Tbsp Icing Sugar
- 2 Tsp Milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Line a 6 hole muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, sugar and a pinch of salt).
- Make a well and add in the liquid ingredients (melted butter, milk, oil and egg).
- Stir together very gently with a wooden spoon, until only just combined. Fold in the almonds and cherries.
- Scoop batter so that each muffin liner is half full, then dollop in a teaspoon of jam. Cover with remaining batter (don't go too much further than 2/3rds full).
- Bake for 20 minutes, until risen and golden (and a skewer inserted comes out clean). Let cool on a wire rack.
- Once cool, make the glaze if desired and drizzle over. Add extra almonds and cherries for decoration and serve!
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