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Turkey Bacon Cheddar Cheese Muffins

These savory muffins combine cooked turkey bacon and shredded cheddar cheese into a tender batter that bakes into crispy-topped, moist muffins. The mixture involves mixing wet and dry ingredients, folding in flavorful additions, and baking until golden brown, resulting in portable, hearty snacks with a slight crunch and cheesy richness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices turkey bacon cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel to drain excess fat and chop into small pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped bacon to the dry mixture, folding gently to distribute evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth and combined.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy these muffins warm or at room temperature, slicing open to reveal the cheesy, bacon-studded crumb with a crispy top.