Washington House Inn Cherry Muffins Recipe

Name: Washington House Inn Cherry Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) can tart pie cherries or 1 lb frozen tart pie cherries (if frozen, partially thawed); 2 teaspoons almond extract, divided; 2 1/2 cups flour; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup milk; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup chopped walnuts; sugar, for sprinkling

Servings: persons

1 (1 lb) can tart pie cherries or 1 lb frozen tart pie cherries (if frozen, partially thawed)
2 teaspoons almond extract, divided
2 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup chopped walnuts
sugar, for sprinkling

1
Put cherries (juice and all) in a bowl.
2
Add 1 t almond extract.
3
Let stand 12- 24 hours in refrigerator.
4
Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg together.
5
Add cherries (well thawed by now), and mix well to coat the fruit.
6
Beat eggs in a small bowl.
7
Add milk, butter, and additional 1 t almond extract to the rest.
8
Stir until blended.
9
Add nuts.
10
Fill paper lined muffin tins 2/3 full.
11
Sprinkle tops lightly with sugar.
12
bake at 400 degrees for 22- 25 minutes.

921

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 lb) can tart pie cherries or 1 lb frozen tart pie cherries (if frozen, partially thawed), 2 teaspoons almond extract, divided, 2 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Washington House Inn Cherry Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Washington House Inn Cherry Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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