Taste Success: 4 Picky Eater Lunch Muffins
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Easy ham and cheese muffins perfect for picky eaters’ lunches.
- Author: Amina Bako
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Savory Muffins
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheese and diced ham.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can add finely chopped vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition, but be mindful of picky eaters!
- These muffins freeze well. Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: Approx. 180-200
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Moderate