A moist, cheesy muffin studded with sweet red pepper and green onions is so satisfying during the winter months. I recommend making a double batch because these disappear in a flash! —Maria Morelli, Kelowna, British Columbia

Cheddar Muffins

Cheddar Muffins
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yield
about 1 dozen
Ingredients
- 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1-1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, Italian seasoning, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, oil and garlic until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in cheddar cheese, onions, pepper and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
1 muffin: 230 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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