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Rosemary, Apple and Cheddar Muffins

ByFreshly Picked

These savory apple cheddar muffins combine crisp apples, sharp cheddar cheese, and fragrant fresh rosemary for a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors.The apples add natural sweetness and moisture, while the cheddar brings a rich, savory flavor. Enjoy these muffins as a snack, alongside a bowl of soup, or as a tasty addition to any meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped FRESH rosemary
  • 1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups peeled, cored, finely chopped Evercrisp apples (about 2 apples)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Prepare the Muffin Pan: Grease a 12-cup muffin pan, line it with paper liners, or use a nonstick muffin pan.
  3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and finely chopped rosemary.
  4. Add the Cheese: Stir the grated sharp cheddar cheese into the dry ingredients until evenly distributed.
  5. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, milk, and melted butter until combined.
  6. Add the Apples: Stir the finely chopped apples into the wet ingredient mixture.
  7. Combine the Batter: Pour the apple mixture into the dry ingredients and stir quickly until the ingredients are just moistened. Avoid overmixing.
  8. Fill the Muffin Pan: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups.
  9. Bake: Bake in the center of the oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  10. Cool: Place the muffin pan on a wire rack and allow the muffins to cool in the pan.

Notes

  • Choose the Right Apples: Evercrisp apples add a naturally sweet, crisp texture that pairs beautifully with sharp cheddar and rosemary.
  • Grate Fresh Cheese: Freshly grated sharp cheddar provides delicious flavor throughout the muffins.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stir the batter just until the ingredients are moistened to help keep the muffins tender.
  • Serve Warm: These muffins are especially delicious served warm alongside soup, chili, or a fresh salad.
  • Storage: Allow the muffins to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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