Cheddar Cheese Muffins

Satisfy your cheesy cravings with these easy, golden-brown Cheddar Cheese Muffins, the perfect blend of savory flavor and fluffy texture. Packed with 1.5 cups of sharp cheddar cheese and elevated by a hint of optional chives, these muffins make a deliciously versatile side dish or snack. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and simple recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of sugar with rich, melted butter and whole milk for a moist, tender crumb. These cheesy delights are ideal for breakfast spreads, soup pairings, or savory brunches, and their irresistible aroma guarantees they'll disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 Egg (large)
• 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, finely chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the tin.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to ensure even distribution.

Step 3

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients and toss to coat the cheese evenly in the flour mixture. If you're using chives, stir them in at this stage.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(789.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2226.2

Total Fat 117.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 524.4mg	0%
Sodium 3779.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 81.7g	0%

Vitamin D 184.4IU	0%
Calcium 1576.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 892.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 38.5%