Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins
These Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins balance sharp cheddar and nutty Parmesan with smoky bits of crisp bacon, creating a rich, cheesy crumb and a hint of garlicky warmth. Moist from shredded zucchini yet satisfyingly hearty, they’re perfect for a brunch spread, lunchbox treat, or a cozy snack alongside soup or salad. Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins deliver savory comfort in every bite.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 35
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line the cups with paper liners.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, stir together the milk, zucchini, butter, egg, and garlic until well blended.
- 4
Mix the flour mixture into the milk mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition, until the flour mixture is incorporated.
- 5
Fold in the Cheddar, Parmesan, and crumbled bacon, then pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- 7
Cool slightly before removing from the muffin cups.
- 8
Serve warm; refrigerate leftovers.
- Calories 189.99 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 6.79 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 19.14 g 7%
- Total Fat 9.09 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 5.39 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 42.91 mg Moderate 14%
- Sodium 126.52 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.92 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 1.75 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 149.58 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 1.13 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 101.65 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 19.87 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 2.7 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.4 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins is made with 12 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Butter. Each serving provides about 189.99 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Butter, Eggs. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 189.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins healthy?
- Cheddar Zucchini Bacon Muffins has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 189.99 calories and 6.79 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 126.52 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.39 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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