Cheesy Bacon Muffins

Name: Cheesy Bacon Muffins
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 muffins.
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 egg; 3/4 cup milk; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Savory cheese and bacon and a pinch of cayenne pepper give these slightly sweet goodies a flavorful punch. They're versatile— you can serve them for breakfast or brunch...or with soup for lunch or supper.

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 egg
3/4 cup milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl; combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in bacon. Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 280 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.

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emg213

Dec 24, 2012

A perfect muffin for breakfast or even a late night snack. I added twice the amount of bacon and some chives. They turned out perfectly delicious!