ZESTY HAM AND CHEESE MUFFINS

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I developed this recipe and it has become a favorite of my mother's. I often make a batch for the two of us to share. The muffins are great for brunch or an on-the-go breakfast. -Julie Hess, Lititz, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk
6 drops hot pepper sauce
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup shredded Velveeta
TOPPING:
5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
3-1/2 teaspoons butter
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and pepper sauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the ham, cheddar cheese and Velveeta., Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Top each muffin with about 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon butter. Combine the paprika, parsley and pepper; sprinkle over muffins., Bake at 450° for 10-14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Kegan Heke
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I loved the flavor of the ham and cheese in these muffins. They were the perfect savory snack.


Checkers Jarjar
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These muffins were a great way to use up leftover ham. They were so easy to make and they tasted great.


Angel Senate
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I thought the muffins were a bit bland. I would add some extra herbs or spices next time.


Opuba Jacob
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These muffins were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


saifulislam jafuri
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack.


Lesly Victor
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I followed the recipe exactly and the muffins turned out perfectly. They were so light and fluffy.


Beth Whitley
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These muffins were a bit too salty for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Lisa Reese
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I made these muffins for my kids' lunch and they loved them. They're a great way to get them to eat their veggies.


Mohammed Kassaw
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These muffins were the perfect way to use up leftover ham. They were so easy to make and they tasted great.


Sambhu Saphi
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I loved these muffins! The cheese and muffin batter were so flavorful.


Lodhra Bradran
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Overall, these muffins were a good basic recipe. With a few tweaks, they could be even better.


Muhammad Ahsan
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I thought the flavor of the ham and cheese was a bit bland. I would add some extra seasoning next time.


Khalid Nadeem
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These muffins were a little too dry for my taste.


Chantal pillay Chantal
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I was looking for a quick and easy muffin recipe and this one fit the bill. They were so simple to make and they tasted delicious.


Blair Brown
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I've made these muffins several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or lunch.


Cornel
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These muffins were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.