Ham Cheese Breakfast Muffins

Start your morning on a savory note with these Ham Cheese Breakfast Muffins, a perfect grab-and-go option for busy mornings or a satisfying brunch centerpiece. Made with fluffy all-purpose flour and lifted with a hint of baking powder, these muffins are packed with diced cooked ham, sharp shredded cheddar cheese, and fragrant chopped chives for a delicious burst of flavor in every bite. The recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and bakes to golden perfection in 20 minutes, yielding a dozen warm, comforting muffins that are great fresh out of the oven or reheated for easy meal prep. With their irresistible combination of smoky ham, creamy cheese, and a tender crumb, these muffins will quickly become a breakfast favorite for the whole family.

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
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Chives, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk and melted butter until well blended.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced ham, shredded cheese, and chopped chives until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1035.8 grams (1035.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2422

Total Fat 113.00g	145%
Saturated Fat 64.70g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 776mg	259%
Sodium 6493mg	282%
Total Carbohydrate 222.80g	81%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 29.20g
Protein 126.60g	253%

Vitamin D 213IU	1067%
Calcium 1224mg	94%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1548mg	33%

*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: 42.1%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 36.9%