Wisconsin Beer Cheese Muffins
Transform your snack game with these irresistible Wisconsin Beer Cheese Muffins, a savory twist on classic muffins that celebrate the bold flavors of the Midwest. Bursting with sharp cheddar cheese and infused with the rich, malty essence of your favorite beer—preferably a lager or pale ale—these golden muffins are perfectly fluffy and packed with cheesy goodness in every bite. A hint of garlic powder and optional cayenne pepper add subtle warmth, making them a standout side for hearty soups, chili, or game-day spreads. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, these muffins bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes and can be garnished with fresh chives for an extra touch of color and flavor. Whether served warm from the oven or lightly reheated, these beer cheese muffins are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that pairs rustic simplicity with gourmet appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cups Butter, melted
- 1 Egg, large
- 1 cups Beer (preferably a lager or pale ale)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and beer until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly between the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 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 let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Sprinkle with fresh chives (if using) before serving. These muffins are best enjoyed warm but can also be reheated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.3 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 495 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.2 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 75.0 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1286 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 606 mg | 13% | |
*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.
