Cheddar Bacon Muffins

By lynnieb93

Tested Till Perfect

For those guests who prefer savoury to sweet, these hearty snacks are an ideal — and quick! — solution.

Ingredients

• 6 6strips bacon
• 1 1cup cup(250 mL) (250 mL) shredded old cheddar cheese
• 3 3cups cups(750 mL) (750 mL) all-purpose flour
• 2 2tbsp tbsp(25 mL) (25 mL) granulated sugar
• 4 4tsp tsp(18 mL) (18 mL) baking powder
• 2 2tsp tsp(10 mL) (10 mL) pepper
• 1 1tsp tsp(5 mL) (5 mL) salt
• 1 1cup cup(250 mL) (250 mL) milk
• 1/2 1/2cup cup(125 mL) (125 mL) vegetable oil
• 1/2 1/2cup cup(125 mL) (125 mL) sliced green onions
• 1/2 1/2cup cup(125 mL) (125 mL) sour cream
• 2 2eggeggs

Details

Servings 12
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook bacon over medium heat for 5 minutes or until crisp. Drain on paper towels; let cool and crumble. In small bowl, combine 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the crumbled bacon and 2 tbsp (25 mL) of the Cheddar; set aside.

In large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, pepper and salt ; stir in remaining bacon and Cheddar.

Whisk together milk, oil, onions, sour cream and eggs; pour over dry ingredients. Stir together just until moistened. Spoon into greased or paper-lined muffin cups; sprinkle reserved bacon and Cheddar mixture on top.

Bake in centre of 375°F (190°C) oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch and muffins are golden. (Make-ahead: Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 day or wrap individually and freeze in airtight container for up to 3 weeks. Rewarm before serving.)