Savory Cheese Muffins with Bacon and Chives
Start your day with the irresistible flavors of these Savory Cheese Muffins with Bacon and Chives—a perfect blend of sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and fresh chives all nestled in a fluffy, golden muffin. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time, these muffins are baked to perfection in under 20 minutes, making them an easy yet impressive choice for breakfast, brunch, or a savory snack. The combination of melty cheese, crispy bacon, and aromatic chives ensures every bite is bursting with flavor, while the moist and tender texture will keep you coming back for more. Serve them warm for optimal indulgence, or pair them with a dollop of butter to elevate this crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, these muffins strike the ultimate balance between comfort food and gourmet goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 units Large eggs
- 1.5 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well-combined.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into it. Gently fold them together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chives, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are best enjoyed on the day they are baked but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.2 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 940 mg | 313% | |
| Sodium | 7972 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.0 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 163.2 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1700 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2030 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
