Extra Cheese Muffins

Indulge your cheese cravings with these irresistible Extra Cheese Muffins, a savory treat packed with three types of gooey, melty goodness—cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Perfectly fluffy on the inside with a golden, toasty exterior, these muffins are elevated with a hint of black pepper and optional fresh chives for subtle depth of flavor. Made with Greek yogurt and just the right balance of baking essentials, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, making it ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting side dish to soups and salads. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these cheesy muffins are guaranteed to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 whole egg, large
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the milk, Greek yogurt, melted butter, and egg until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and chives (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy these extra cheese muffins on their own or as a side to soups and salads!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	948.2 grams (948.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2409

Total Fat 125.50g	161%
Saturated Fat 77.40g	387%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 561mg	187%
Sodium 4492mg	195%
Total Carbohydrate 217.30g	79%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 21.90g
Protein 107.60g	215%

Vitamin D 171IU	857%
Calcium 2158mg	166%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1048mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.5%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 35.8%