Summer Peach Basil Cheddar Muffins

These Summer Peach Basil Cheddar Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional muffins. Bursting with juicy peaches, fragrant basil, and sharp cheddar cheese, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for soup or salad. The combination of sweet peaches, savory cheese, and aromatic basil creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. These moist and fluffy muffins are easy to make and will surely become a summertime favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 and 1/2 cups diced peaches
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with butter.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix, as it can make the muffins dense.
5. Gently fold in the diced peaches, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped basil leaves into the batter.
6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve the summer peach basil cheddar muffins warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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