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Bacon And Cheddar Breakfast Muffins

Bacon And Cheddar Breakfast Muffins: Fluffy, Savory Delights

Bacon and Cheddar Breakfast Muffins are fluffy, savory delights perfect for breakfast or a snack, utilizing sourdough starter discard.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup sourdough starter discard Provides tangy flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
  • 1/2 cup crispy bacon Can substitute with turkey bacon or sausage.
  • 1/4 cup green onions or chives Can be omitted or replaced with garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps achieve fluffy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
For Storage
  • airtight container Store muffins for up to 2 days at room temperature, 1 week in the fridge, or 3 months in the freezer.

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: sourdough starter discard, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and melted butter.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fold in cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions.
  6. Fill muffin cups nearly full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are customizable; feel free to swap ingredients for different flavors.

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