“Triple C” Savory Muffin Action: adding a twist to the classic morning muffin tradition with these cheddar chive corn muffins. This combination would be perfect for any time of the day, whether you are savory breakfast person or want to make it as an afternoon snack or dinner side.

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I will be the first person to admit that I am not the biggest fan of cheddar… or cheese if we are being completely honest.

I know what you are thinking… is this girl insane?

Trust me, I know. We are working on it. But for now, these cheddar chive corn muffins were dearly enjoyed by my father. One of my favorite *new* traditions has been coming up with a different muffins to meal prep for his breakfasts at work. I am a firm believer that practicality is one of the keys to having a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Which leads me to muffins, one of the easiest breakfasts or snacks to bring on the go. They are perfect whether you are an avid meeting bouncer or you spend hours commuting per day.

So… what’s in these cheddar chive corn muffins?

All-purpose flour (GF works; haven’t tested any others, but if you do please let me know!)
Corn meal
Eggs (sub flax eggs)
Applesauce
Milk (any unflavored milk works)
Cheddar (sub dairy free)
Chives
Baking powder and salt!

I love using unsweetened applesauce as a replacement to oil and butter in recipes. It does not always work, but in this case it is perfect as it adds a subtle sweet note to the savory flavors. If you do not want to use applesauce, feel free to use melted butter, oil or plain yogurt.

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Now let’s muffin prep!

Cheddar Chive Corn Muffins

Natalie Mitchell

Easy, healthy muffins to take on the go or add as a dinner side. Can be made dairy free

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 17

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish

Servings muffins

Equipment

Muffin Tin

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour regular or gluten free work
1/2 cup corn meal
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup applesauce sub melted oil, butter or yogurt
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar sub dairy free if applicable
1-2 tbsp chopped chives

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
Whisk together eggs, milk and applesauce in a bowl
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, corn meal, baking powder and salt
Add dry ingredients to the wet, making sure to mix until well incorporated but without over mixing
Fold in chives and cheddar
Fill muffin tins about 3/4 of the way up. Should yield about 10 muffins
Bake at 350 for 17-18 minutes