Quick Cheese Muffins
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Quick Cheese Muffins
Description
The Quick Cheese Muffins recipe starts by mixing dry ingredients including all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and a hint of cayenne pepper for subtle spice. Cold butter is cut into the flour mixture, then shredded cheddar, Parmesan cheese, and finely chopped green onion are folded in, creating a savory base. Separately whisked eggs, milk, and sugar are gently combined with the dry mix to form a batter without overmixing, preserving tenderness.
Baked at 375°F for 16-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean, the muffins develop a golden top and a soft, moist interior with melted pockets of cheese and flecks of green onion adding freshness. The flavor highlights sharp cheddar and the slight heat of cayenne balanced by the richness of butter and cheese.
These muffins suit breakfast, brunch, or as a savory complement to soups and salads. Using cold butter helps maintain a light texture, and mixing just until moistened prevents tough muffins. Sharp cheddar ensures strong flavor, and they should be watched closely to prevent overbaking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup butter cold
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1 green onion finely chopped
- 2 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a muffin tray.
- Whisk all dry ingredients in a medium bowl except for the sugar.
- Using a pastry cutter or a fork, cut in butter. Stir in cheeses and green onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until foamy. Add milk and sugar.
- Add wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir just until moistened, do not overmix.
- Pour into the prepared muffin tray and bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- Use cold butter when cutting it into the flour mixture to keep a desirable texture.
- Add cheeses and green onion to the flour mixture to prevent sinking during baking.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a stronger cheese flavor.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients just until combined to avoid tough muffins.
- Do not overbake to retain moistness and tenderness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 183 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 223mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 316IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 169mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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