Cheese Muffins

Whip up a batch of irresistible cheese muffins—a savory twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for any time of day! These golden, fluffy muffins are loaded with the rich, melty goodness of shredded cheddar cheese, accented by a touch of black pepper for just the right hint of spice. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and milk to form a perfectly tender crumb. For an extra burst of freshness and a pop of color, fold in some chopped parsley. Perfectly baked in under 20 minutes, these muffins are versatile enough to serve as a side for soups and salads or to enjoy on their own as a satisfying snack. Comfort food has never been this simple—or this delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients and toss gently to coat the cheese in the flour mixture. This prevents it from sinking during baking.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

If desired, fold in the chopped parsley for extra flavor and a pop of color.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. These cheese muffins pair wonderfully with soups, salads, or as a snack on their own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2295.4

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 704.7mg	0%
Sodium 3860.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 87.9g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 1623.6mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 820.6mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 38.3%