Summer Peach, Basil & Cheddar Muffins
Description
Peaches, fresh basil, and Cheddar cheese are baked into tender muffins creating a sweet and savory recipe treat perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
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4 fresh peaches, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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4 teaspoons finely minced fresh basil
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (such as Sargento® Off the Block)
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1/2 cup butter, room temperature
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2 eggs, room temperature
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12 cup muffin tin or line cups with paper liners.
2
Combine peaches, basil, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a bowl; set aside until sugar dissolves, about 15 minutes.
3
Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
4
Beat butter and remaining 7 tablespoons brown sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gently fold in peach mixture, then stir in flour mixture, a little at time, until just combined.
5
Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups; sprinkle remaining ¼ cup Cheddar cheese over top.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean, about 25 minutes.