Savory ham cheese muffins (Printer-Friendly Version)
Golden ham and cheddar muffins with corn, herbs, and optional zucchini. Soft texture, ideal for any meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup milk (any variety)
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6 tablespoons melted butter
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon honey
→ Add-ins
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¾ cup diced ham, small dice
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½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, plus extra for topping
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¾ cup yellow corn, fresh, frozen or canned (drained)
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¼ cup fresh chopped herbs (parsley and chives) or 1–2 teaspoons dried herbs
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2 green onions, thinly sliced (white and light green parts)
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⅓ cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, egg, and honey until smooth.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until no dry streaks remain; a few small lumps are acceptable.
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Fold in diced ham, shredded cheddar, corn, herbs, green onions, and optional zucchini until evenly distributed.
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Divide batter among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Top with a pinch of cheddar, a few ham pieces, and chives if desired; press lightly.
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Bake for 20 to 24 minutes until the tops turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm, optionally with butter or honey.
# Additional Tips:
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For gluten-free option, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
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Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini to prevent soggy texture.
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Store muffins in an airtight container refrigerated up to 7 days or freeze up to 3 months.
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Reheat muffins in microwave for 20 seconds from refrigerated or 30 to 40 seconds from frozen; alternatively, warm in a 325°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.
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Cheese variations such as Swiss, pepper jack, or mozzarella offer different flavor profiles.