Smoky Cheese Chile Muffins

Chile peppers are a staple ingredient in many cuisines around the world and are known for their spicy flavor and health benefits.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Smoky Cheese Chile Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¹⁄₄ cup Green chiles, diced

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
3. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
4. Add the melted butter, milk, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced green chiles.
6. Divide the batter evenly among a greased muffin tin.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.