As summer approaches and fresh peaches begin to flood local markets, there's no better way to celebrate this luscious fruit than with a batch of delightful Peach Muffins. These muffins are not just a delicious treat; they encapsulate the essence of summer with their sweet, juicy bites and fluffy texture.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh peaches, diced (about 3-4 medium peaches)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and fully integrated.
Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in the diced peaches carefully, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
