Summer Peach, Basil & Cheddar Muffins

Peaches, fresh basil, and Cheddar cheese are baked into tender muffins creating a sweet and savory recipe treat perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 225 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 4 fresh peaches, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 4 teaspoons finely minced fresh basil
• 1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (such as Sargento® Off the Block)
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 cup butter, room temperature

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12 cup muffin tin or line cups with paper liners.

Step 2

Combine peaches, basil, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a bowl; set aside until sugar dissolves, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.

Step 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.

Step 5

Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups; sprinkle remaining ¼ cup Cheddar cheese over top.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean, about 25 minutes.