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