Here’s a simple, savory Cheese Muffins recipe 🧀🧁 — soft on the inside, lightly crisp on top, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or alongside soup.
Cheese Muffins
Makes: 12 muffins
Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby-Jack, or mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk
- ⅓ cup oil or melted butter
- 1 large egg
Optional Add-ins
- Chopped green onions or chives
- Cooked bacon bits
- Garlic powder or paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven
375°F (190°C). Line or grease a muffin tin. - Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cheese. - Mix wet ingredients
In another bowl, whisk milk, oil (or butter), and egg. - Combine
Stir wet ingredients into dry just until combined (do not overmix). - Fill & bake
Spoon batter into muffin cups, about ¾ full.
Bake 18–22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool & serve
Let cool 5 minutes before removing from pan.
Tips & Variations
- Extra cheesy: Sprinkle cheese on top before baking.
- Spicy version: Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
- Herb cheese muffins: Mix in rosemary, thyme, or parsley.
- Freezer-friendly: Cool completely, then freeze up to 2 months.
If you want, I can also give you a cheddar garlic version, savory cheese & herb muffins, or a gluten-free option.
