Cheesy Bacon Muffins Recipe
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Cheesy Bacon Muffins

By: Marilyn Gail Sharpless 
"Savory cheese and bacon and a pinch of cayenne pepper give these slightly sweet goodies a flavorful punch. They're versatile-- you can serve them for breakfast or brunch...or with soup for lunch or supper."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (28)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl; combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in bacon. Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2008 by Isis   view full review
With my alterations, these were the best savory muffins I have EVER tasted. I used 1 ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2008 by Deborah K   view full review
Great recipe - very versatile. I increased the baking powder to 1 tablespoon and decreased...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2009 by ilovetoeatcereal   view full review
i really love these muffins! followed everyone's advice and substituted 1 tbsp of sugar and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 28, 2009 by Michelle   view full review
I used the basic template of this recipe but i added more cheese plus a 1/4 cup of parmesan...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2010 by RECHJM   view full review
I followed the suggestion of many and cut the sugar to 1Tb and doubled the baking powder. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2009 by FinleyMom   view full review
Very delicious and quick and easy to make! I had som fresh chives that needed to be used so I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2007 by LPHILLIPS9   view full review
These were pretty good..a little bland, so I ended up drizzling some pure maple syrup on top...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 16, 2012 by FernieEirk   view full review
any recipe that involves cheese and bacon, I am completely sold at!! these muffins were...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 25, 2011 by Kimmer   view full review
These muffins came out wonderfully with the help of alterations from other reviewers. I cut...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2009 by Missy   view full review
These are very good! The only thing I did different was use one more egg because I wanted a...

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