Bacon-Cheddar Muffins

Health score
1%
Bacon-Cheddar Muffins
45 min.
12
183kcal

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Start your day off right with these delicious Bacon-Cheddar Muffins, a perfect blend of savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! Whether you're enjoying a leisurely brunch or need a quick breakfast on the go, these muffins are sure to impress. With crispy bacon and sharp Cheddar cheese baked into a fluffy cornmeal base, each bite is a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields 12 scrumptious muffins, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. The rich aroma of bacon wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite. Plus, with only 183 calories per muffin, you can indulge without the guilt!

Perfect for any morning meal, these muffins are not only easy to make but also versatile. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or enjoy them as a standalone snack. The balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates ensures that you’ll feel satisfied and energized throughout your day. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Bacon-Cheddar Muffins that will quickly become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • strips bacon 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal 
  • large eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoons butter unsalted melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • muffin liners
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a dozen muffin cups with paper liners and set aside.
  2. Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat, turning often until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer to paper towels to drain; reserve 2 Tbsp. bacon fat from pan.
  4. 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.
  5. Crumble bacon.
  6. Add bacon, reserved bacon drippings and melted butter to batter. Fold with rubber spatula until blended. Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan.
  7. Bake about 20 minutes, until springy to touch.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein12.58%
Fat47.63%
Carbs39.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.71
Glycemic Load
12.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5421738572743%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.46kcal
9.17%
Fat:9.67g
14.88%
Saturated Fat:4.52g
28.27%
Carbohydrates:18.18g
6.06%
Net Carbohydrates:17.12g
6.23%
Sugar:1.16g
1.29%
Cholesterol:36.22mg
12.07%
Sodium:225.2mg
9.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.75g
11.49%
Selenium:10.57µg
15.1%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.16%
Phosphorus:110.84mg
11.08%
Calcium:104.06mg
10.41%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.41%
Folate:33.91µg
8.48%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.91%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.42%
Iron:1.12mg
6.22%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.91%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.67%
Fiber:1.06g
4.23%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.14%
Magnesium:16.16mg
4.04%
Vitamin A:193.7IU
3.87%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.22%
Vitamin D:0.42µg
2.83%
Potassium:97.61mg
2.79%
Copper:0.05mg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.63%
Source:My Recipes