Best Bacon Cheddar Muffins Recipes

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BACON CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Cheddar cheese and bacon add hearty breakfast flavor to these tasty muffins from Suzanne McKinley of Lyons, Georgia. Calling for just six ingredients, they're quick to stir up and handy to eat on the run.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups biscuit/baking mix
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1 large egg
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, milk, oil and egg just until moistened. Fold in cheese and bacon. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. , Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SAVORY BACON, CHEDDAR AND SCALLION MUFFINS



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Provided by Alejandra Ramos

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more at room temperature for the muffin pan
4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 bunches scallions, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 large egg
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard powder or 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Cheddar (if you can find a beer Cheddar, use that!)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin pan or a giant 6-cup muffin pan with butter.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Heat the 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallions and cook until slightly wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Whisk the egg, broth, milk, olive oil, sugar, mustard and salt in a large bowl. Gently stir in the flour and baking powder until evenly combined.
  • Fold in the cheese, cooked scallions and cooked bacon.
  • Divide the mixture among the muffin cups and bake until the muffins puff up, are golden around the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes for a 12-cup muffin pan or 25 to 27 minutes for a giant 6-cup muffin pan.
  • Let the muffins cool 5 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a wire a rack before serving.

SAVORY BACON CHEDDAR CORN MUFFINS



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Practically a meal in a muffin, these corn muffins are made with mustard, shredded Cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.

Provided by MarthaWhite(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     MarthaWhite®

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 (6 ounce) package Martha White® Cotton Country™ Cornbread Mix
1 teaspoon dry mustard
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup cooked, crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F (375 degrees F for dark pan). Coat 24 miniature (1 3/4-inch) or 8 standard muffin cups lightly with no-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine cornbread mix, mustard, milk, sour cream and egg in large bowl. Stir until smooth. Stir in cheese and bacon. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light brown. Remove muffins to wire rack; cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 645.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CORN MUFFINS WITH BACON BITS AND CHEDDAR CHEESE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 36m

Yield 6 to 8 muffins depending on tin size

Number Of Ingredients 6

A drizzle extra-virgin olive oil
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 box corn muffin mix plus ingredients according to package directions to make 1 batch muffins
1 rounded teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
3 to 4 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1/3 pound brick sharp yellow Cheddar, chopped into 1/4-inch dice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to muffin mix package directions.
  • Drizzle a little extra-virgin olive oil into a small skillet and place over medium-high heat. Add bacon to hot pan and crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from pan and drain on a paper towel. Set aside.
  • Prepare the muffin mix and muffin tin to package directions. Stir in paprika, chives, chopped cheese and crisp bacon bits. Fill muffin tins and bake until golden brown.

BACON-CHEDDAR-JALAPEñO MUFFINS



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You only need one bowl to mix this easy, cheesy, savory-and-sweet corn muffins.

Provided by Margarita Manzke

Categories     Summer     Bake     Muffin     Corn     Cornmeal     Bacon     Cheese     Cheddar     Jalapeño

Yield Makes 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

150g (¾ cup) fresh corn kernels or thawed frozen corn kernels
3 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into ¼-inch pieces
150g (1 cup plus 3 Tbsp) all-purpose flour
115g (½ cup plus 1 Tbsp) granulated sugar
75g (½ cup) cornmeal
95g (¾ cup plus 2½ Tbsp) dried milk powder
12g (1 Tbsp) baking powder
5g (1 tsp) fine sea salt
2 eggs, whisked
90ml (¼ cup plus 2 Tbsp) canola oil
150ml (½ cup plus 2 Tbsp) water
60g (¾ cup) grated cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (40g / ¼ cup)
5g (¼ bunch) chives, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the corn on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15 minutes, until the kernels have toasty brown spots. Set aside to cool.
  • Line a plate with paper towels.
  • Cook the bacon in a frying pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the fat has been rendered and the edges are golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to the paper towels to drain. Set aside.
  • Coat a muffin pan with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Put the flour, granulated sugar, cornmeal, milk powder, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl and mix to combine. Make a well in the center and add the eggs, oil, and water; mix until well incorporated.
  • Add the corn, cheese, jalapeño, and chives; mix gently just until incorporated.
  • Spoon a scant 75g (⅓ cup) of batter into each muffin cup. Sprinkle the tops with additional cheese and the bacon.
  • Bake the muffins until golden brown around the edges and a cake tester or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes, rotating the pan after 10 minutes to ensure even baking. Remove the muffins from the pan and cool completely on a cooling rack. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day (or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days).

BACON AND CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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From More Family Favorites by Bethel Temple Missionettes of Demorest, Georgia, a cookbook sent to me in a cookbook swap from my partner, breezermom.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups Bisquick
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 (4 ounce) package cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 lb bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Line 12 medium 2-1/2x1-1/4 muffin cups with paper baking cups. Mix all ingredients, except cheese and bacon, just until moistened (batter will be lumpy). Fold in cheese and bacon. Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes, in preheated 400* oven; cook 15 minutes.

IRISH CHEDDAR, BACON AND POTATO MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large Yukon Gold potato (about 8 ounces)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 large egg
3/4 cup diced Irish cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Prick the potato all over with a fork. Wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes, turning the potato after 2 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel off the skin and grate the potato on the large holes of a box grater. Season with 2 pinches each salt and pepper and gently toss.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings.
  • Whisk the flour, sugar, baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; make a well in the center. Whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, egg and reserved 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in a medium bowl; pour into the well in the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the grated potato, bacon, cheese and chives.
  • Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling them all the way to the top. Bake until the muffins are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 22 to 25 minutes. Let the muffins cool 5 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely.

BACON-CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Provided by Zoe Nathan

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup cornmeal
6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature
2 tbsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tbsp rye flour
1 1/2 tbsp baking powder
1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp canola oil
3 tbsp plus 2 tsp maple syrup
1 cup plus 2 tbsp buttermilk
1/2 cup diced cheddar (1" cubes) plus 1/4 cup grated
6 tbsp grated Parmesan, divided
11 slices cooked bacon, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tbsp bacon fat, cooled
1/4 cup fresh chives and/or parsley, finely chopped
chopped rosemary, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400° with rack near top. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with 15 liners, spacing them evenly between the 2 pans.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, cream butter, sugar, and salt for 1-2 minutes, until fluffy. Incorporate eggs slowly, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add all-purpose flour, cornmeal, rye flour, and baking powder and mix until incorporated. Add canola oil, maple syrup, and buttermilk. Scrape mixer bowl well, making sure everything is incorporated. Add diced cheddar, 4 tbsp Parmesan, bacon, and chives. Mix just until dispersed, folding by hand to be sure.
  • Fill muffin cups to the very top.
  • Toss grated cheddar with remaining 2 tbsp Parmesan in a small bowl; sprinkle evenly over muffins. Bake for about 15 minutes, until nicely browned. Garnish with chopped rosemary.

CHEDDAR BACON AND GREEN ONION MUFFINS



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These muffins are fabulous eaten just baked warm out of the oven... great to serve warm with stew or soup or anything! They freeze well for up to 1 month, just warm before serving. Use a slightly heaping tablespoon of baking powder for this recipe. If you like heat add in 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper. Prep time does not include cooking bacon.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 slices bacon
1 cup old cheddar cheese, grated (grate about 2-3 tablespoons extra cheese on a fine grater to use for topping)
3 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder (slightly heaping)
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk or 1 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Set oven rack to second-lowest position.
  • Grease 12 muffins tins or line with pappers.
  • Cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain and let cool, then crumble into small pieces (this can be done well in advance or even a day ahead).
  • In a small bowl combine 2-3 tablespoons crumbled bacon and about 2-3 tablespoons cheddar cheese; set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the remaining cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon; mix to combine.
  • Whisk together, milk, oil, sour cream and eggs, then add/mix in green onions.
  • Pour over the dry ingredients; stir JUST until moistened.
  • Spoon into prepared muffin tins.
  • Sprinkle with reserved bacon/cheese mixture on top of the batter.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden.

BACON AND CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Prep these savory Bacon-Cheddar Muffins in just 15 minutes. With crumbled bacon and shredded cheese, Bacon-Cheddar Muffins are a perfect side to any meal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 37m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white whole wheat flour
2 cup all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1-3/4 cups buttermilk
3 Tbsp. butter, melted
6 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup chopped red peppers
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F
  • Combine flours, baking soda and baking powder in large bowl. Make well in center of dry ingredients.
  • Whisk egg, buttermilk and butter in separate bowl until blended. Add bacon, cheese and vegetables; mix well. Add to well in center of dry ingredients; stir just until moistened.
  • Spoon batter into 12 paper-lined muffin cups. (Cups will be very full.)
  • Bake 20 to 22 min. or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

BACON CHEDDAR CHIVE MUFFINS



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Mm!!! I took care in making these into a perfect combination of flavors. A great muffin for breakfast, brunch, lunch, with soup or for a tasty snack. In our home they're gobbled up fast! Everybody LOVES these - You will too! Enjoy!

Provided by Shelley Albeluhn

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Savory Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 thick slices bacon
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
4 teaspoons dried chives
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten
½ cup milk
½ cup cream of mushroom soup
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease muffin pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, chives, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Combine the egg, milk, cream of mushroom soup and vegetable oil. Mix into the dry ingredients and stir together just to moisten.
  • Spoon the batter into prepared muffin pans and bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 475 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BACON CHEDDAR CHIVE MUFFINS



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Perfect, for breakfast, with a bowl of potato soup or as a snack.

Provided by Sharon Colyer

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slice thick cut bacon
2 c all-purpose flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp white sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/4 tsp garlic powder
4 tsp dried chives
1/3 c grated parmesan cheese
1 c shredded 2% mild cheddar cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 c 1% or 2% milk
1/2 c light sour cream
1/3 c vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. Fry, bake, or microwave bacon, until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease muffin pan.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine first 9 ingredients (including bacon).
  • 3. In another bowl, combine last 4 items. Mix the wet mixture, into dry ingredients, and stir, until just moistened.
  • 4. Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan, and bake 20 minutes, or until tests clean, with a toothpick. Makes 12 muffins.

CORN MUFFINS WITH BACON AND CHEDDAR (AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN)



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Make and share this Corn Muffins With Bacon and Cheddar (America's Test Kitchen) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 slices bacon, chopped fine
10 scallions, sliced thin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup sugar
8 tablespoons . unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 large eggs
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to the middle position and preheat oven to 400°.
  • Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Fry the bacon in a small skillet over med-high heat until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the scallions, salt, and pepper; cook until the scallions are heated through, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer the mixture to a paper-towel lined plate; let cool.
  • In a bowl, whisk the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
  • In another bowl, whisk the sour cream, milk, sugar, melted butter, and eggs together until combined.
  • Gently fold the sour cream mixture into the flour mixture with a rubber spatula until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Gently fold in the bacon mixture and 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese.
  • Using a greased 1/3 cup measure, portion the batter into each muffin cup.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar over the tops of the muffins.
  • Bake until golden brown and a pick comes out with just a few crumbs attached, 15-20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through the baking.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, the turn out onto a wire rack and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.2, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 79.7, Sodium 448, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 9.9, Protein 9.7

BACON CHEDDAR CHIVE MUFFINS



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Categories     Cheese     Bacon

Yield 12 Muffins

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices bacon
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
4 teaspoons dried chives
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and lightly grease 12 muffin cups or use paper liners. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, chives, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. In a separate bowl, combine egg, milk, cream of mushroom soup and vegetable oil. Stir this mixture into the flour mixture just until moistened. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin pans. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.

BACON CHEDDAR CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Categories     Bread

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 bacon slices
2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix (add 1 T baking powder and 1 t salt to regular flour)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 large egg
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Vegetable cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 12 to 14 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon. Heat a 12-cup muffin pan in oven 5 minutes. Combine cornmeal mix and sugar in a medium bowl; make a well in center of mixture. Stir together buttermilk and egg; add to cornmeal mixture, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Stir in melted butter, cheese, and bacon. Remove pan from oven, and coat with cooking spray. Spoon batter into hot muffin pan, filling almost completely full. Bake at 425° for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden. Remove from pan to a wire rack, and let cool 10 minutes.

BACON CHEDDAR MINI BISCUIT MUFFINS



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Everything better with bacon!

Provided by Sherri Williams

Categories     Biscuits

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 1/2 oz corn muffin mix
1/3 c self-rising flour
4 oz bacon, cooked and chopped
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh chopped chives
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 c milk
1 large egg
3 Tbsp bacon fat

Steps:

  • 1. preheat oven to 335 degrees. grease mini muffin molds with some of the bacon grease.
  • 2. in a mixing bowl, combine ingredients 1-8, mix well. in a separate bowl, combine ingredients 9-11. mix well. combine the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. mix well
  • 3. put 1 tbsp of the muffin mixture in 24 mini muffin molds. bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. remove and place on a cooling rack
  • 4. Drizzle with butter pecan maple syrup or honey and extra butter!

RED ONION, CHEDDAR AND BACON MUFFINS



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Muffins don't have to be sweet to be delicious! This is a Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall recipe published in the Guardian. I really enjoyed these so thought I would share it. I didn't have buttermilk so substituted half Greek yoghurt and half milk and it worked fine. They went very well with home made tomato soup.

Provided by carots

Categories     Breads

Time 33m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon oil
100 g streaky bacon, cut into 1 cm pieces
1 red onion, finely diced
250 g wholemeal self-rising flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
80 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
200 ml buttermilk
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (optional)
150 g strong cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/400F/gas mark 6 and line a muffin tin with 12 paper cases.
  • Warm the oil over a medium heat and fry the bacon in it until just crisp.
  • Lift the bacon from the pan with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
  • In the same fat, saute the onion until just softened, about 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and salt.
  • In a jug whisk the eggs, butter and buttermilk.
  • Stir them into the flour mixture with a spatula until just combined then fold in the cooled bacon, onion, chives (if using) and two-thirds of the cheese until just evenly distributed.
  • Spoon or scoop the mixture into the muffin tin, sprinkle on the rest of the cheese and bake for about 18 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.9, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 69.1, Sodium 339, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5.8

BACON-CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Excellent muffin recipe. I usually make them for a breakfast dish. This recipe is from the "Family Circle" or "Woman's Day" magazine, 2005.

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 slices bacon
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Line a dozen muffin cups with paper liners and set aside.
  • Cook bacon in large skillet or microwave until crisp.
  • Transfer to paper towels to drain; reserve 2 tablespoons bacon fat from pan.
  • Whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Then stir cheese into mixture.
  • In a small bowl, beat together egg and milk; stir into dry mixture.
  • Crumble bacon.
  • Add bacon, reserved bacon drippings and melted butter to batter.
  • Fold until blended.
  • Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan.
  • Bake about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 39.5, Sodium 235.2, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 5.5

BACON CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Categories     Breakfast     Bake     Bacon

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tbsp/85 g unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature
2 tbsp sugar
1 1⁄2 tsp kosher salt
3 eggs
3⁄4 cup/100 g all-purpose flour
3⁄4 cup/120 g cornmeal
6 tbsp/40 g rye flour
11⁄2 tbsp baking powder
1⁄2 cup + 1 tbsp/135 ml canola oil
3 tbsp + 2 tsp/55 ml maple syrup
1 cup + 2 tbsp/175 ml buttermilk
1⁄2 cup/70 g diced Cheddar (cut into 1-in/2.5-cm cubes), plus 1⁄4 cup/30 g grated Cheddar
6 tbsp/40 g grated Parmesan
11 slices cooked bacon, coarsely chopped, plus 11⁄2 tbsp bacon fat, cooled
1⁄4 cup/10 g fresh chives, parsley, or a combo, finely chopped
Chopped rosemary for garnishing

Steps:

  • Position a rack near the top of your oven and preheat to 400°F/ 200°C. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with 15 paper liners, spacing them evenly between the two pans. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter, sugar, and salt for 1 to 2 minutes until nice and fluffy. Incorporatethe eggs slowly, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, rye flour, and baking powder and mix until incorporated. Add the canola oil, maple syrup, and buttermilk. Scrape the mixer bowl well, making sure everything is well incorporated. Add the diced Cheddar, 4 tbsp/25 g of the Parmesan, the bacon, and chives. Mix just until dispersed, folding by hand to be sure. Fill the muffin cups to the very top. In a small bowl toss the grated Cheddar with the remaining 2 tbsp Parmesan and sprinkle evenly over the muffins. Bake for about 15 minutes, until nicely browned but not overbaked inside. Garnish with chopped rosemary. These are best eaten within 24 hours.

BACON-CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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Categories     Bacon     Cheese     Breakfast

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon, diced
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/3 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425*. Line muffin pan with 10 liners
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to a paper towel. Reserve 2 T bacon fat.
  • In a medium bowl, whick together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, 1.5 c. cheddar cheese, green onione and cooked bacon
  • In a small bowl, combine buttermilk, egg and bacon fat. Stir into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Scoop batter into perpared muffin tins and sprinkle tops wit remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese

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