Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup melted butter or olive oil
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives (optional)
For the Cheese Filling:
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or any other meltable cheese)
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Prepare the Muffin Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter or oil. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mozzarella, and fresh herbs (if using). This will form the cheese filling.
4. Assemble the Muffins:
Spoon a little muffin batter into each muffin cup, just enough to cover the bottom. Then, add a small spoonful of the cheese filling in the center. Top with more muffin batter, covering the cheese filling completely.
5. Bake the Muffins:
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (without cheese). Let them cool slightly in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
6. Serve:
Serve warm for a delicious, savory snack or breakfast!
These muffins are perfect when you want a cheesy, savory treat. Enjoy!
