Bacon and Cheese Muffins

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It seems I am always desperate for new breakfast and lunch ideas. Although I have a ton of recipes for both meals in my repertoire, I always want something new. It doesn’t matter if we eat something different for lunch every day for a month, I’ll still feel like we’re eating the same thing every day.

So, when inspiration hits, I tend to run with it.

I’ve already sung my muffin-praises in the past. But what about savory muffins? Hmm…that idea had instant appeal for me because it’s different from our norm but still in the same muffin-shaped package that I love. Not to mention it would go great for either breakfast or lunch.

And what better to add to a savory muffin than bacon and cheese? Seemed like a no-brainer to me!

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Bacon & Cheese Muffins

  • 4 c. flour
  • 4 t. baking powder
  • 1/2 t. salt
  • 1/2 t. black pepper
  • 2 1/2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. butter or margarine, melted and cooled
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 lb. bacon, diced, cooked and degreased
  • 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese

1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix together the milk, melted butter or margarine and eggs. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.

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2. Fold in the bacon and cheese just until combined. Scoop into greased or lined muffin tins. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, until lightly golden brown.

This recipe, like most of my muffin recipes, makes a lot of muffins. I got 20 muffins. You’ll probably get 20-24 muffins depending on the size of your muffin tins. I froze half of our muffins for later in the month.

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Comments

  1. This sounds so good. I am definitely going to try it. We are trying to get away from processed foods like cereal and I think my kids are getting sick of oatmeal.

  2. Heather P. says:

    Oh my word, these sound delicious… I’m making them tomorrow for sure! :)

  3. Sonshine says:

    Hummmm which one to make…these muffins or your bacon & cheese biscuit cups! :)

    Hummmm maybe just have to do both! :)

    At any rate these sound delicious and so easy! :)

  4. Well – with bacon and cheese – how could you go wrong?! My mouth is watering:)

  5. Dianne Price says:

    Hey, Kate. Wish you had made these for us when you were home for Christmas. They look
    so good, especially this cold snowy morning when I am hungry. DLP

  6. Maggie says:

    My dad makes these but he uses Jiffy biscuit mix and adds cranberries. They are so good and quick!

  7. Jennifer says:

    I am excited about these. I am going to try making them tomorrow!!! Thanks for posting.

  8. Michelle says:

    These sound great! Can’t wait to try them!

  9. theUngourmet says:

    I just discovered your blog. It’s fantastic! I’m going to try your cider vinegar chicken tonight and I’m going to try your muffins this weekend!!

  10. Jennifer says:

    This sounds great. I am always looking for new muffin recipes.

  11. Jen Blacker says:

    I’m either making these tonight after the baby is asleep or tomorrow morning. I’m sure the house will smell fantastic!

  12. Judy says:

    these are good with leftover ham instead of bacon. I love them with a bowl of soup.

  13. Steph L says:

    I just made these for a brunch I’m having tomorrow. I had about a 1/2 lb of bacon cooked up and thought what a great idea! We tried one and they were a big hit. It made 12 muffins for me halving the recipe. Thanks!!

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  16. Kathy says:

    These muffins were amazing! Thank you for sharing!

  17. Andrea says:

    I made these last night, and they were crazy good. Thanks!

  18. kristin says:

    Hello – looks delicious. I would love to share this recipe, can I borrow the photo an link back here to your page?

    Kristin

  19. Christie says:

    So he do you reheat these from frozen…once thawed??? I can’t wait to try these!

  20. Kathey says:

    I think I will try these and just use bisquick mix.

  21. Kelly says:

    Made these for breakfast this morning for the family, and everyone LOVED them thanks!!!

  22. Candace says:

    I’ve been searching for something interesting to make for a brunch at work and these muffins would be perfect for that. I’ve pinned these to try soon.

    Thanks!
    Candace

  23. Emily says:

    Amazing, just amazing. I halved the recipe to just test it out. Turned out great!! I measured the flour in grams (250 grams for two cups) and they are amazing!! :D Thank you so much for sharing this!

  24. Jerrod says:

    These were great! My whole family had at least one. They heated up great in the microwave and were even better split open with a generous pat of butter. I felt like mine needed a bit more salt, but that means I get to make them again! Delicious.

  25. Katherine says:

    Just made these for Christmas morning breakfast. Have to agree w/ Jerrod’s comment, they need more salt. Still, they are missing something. I might make again but will increase the salt and add sliced scallions.

  26. bubba says:

    Can I use self rising flour instead?

  27. Kelly says:

    Hey, these look great (they look nice and fluffy)! I make something very similar, though I also add some chopped green onion and some oregano/garlic powder for a bit more flavour. They’re such a great option outside of the typical sweet muffins. Anyone I’ve made them for seem to go crazy over them. I even had someone say, “I’m not a fan of bacon or cheese, but I’d like another one of these, please!” There’s something about the combination of flavours that people love. Kudos. :)

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