Ham & Cheddar Puffs

This is the same base recipe as my Pepperoni & Mozzarella Pizza Bites except this time I used Black Forrest Ham & Cheddar.   They were a huge hit, just like the Pizza bites (Thanks again to the Noble Pig!).  My husband loved taking them to work & my daughter that that having mini muffins for lunch was the most fun!  They are a cinch to make & the possibilities are endless for what you can put in them.  Give them a try, they make the perfect snack or appetizer!!

 Ingredients:

3/4 cup Flour (All Purpose)

3/4 teaspoon Baking Powder

3/4 cup Milk

1 Egg, lightly beaten

4 ounces Cheddar Cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)

4 ounces Black Forrest Ham, cut into small cubes (about 1 cup)

Dijon Mustard for dipping.

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees & spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray.  Chop up the ham & shred the cheese.  I used Black Forrest Ham from the deli, but you could use any ham you'd like!

 In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.

 Then whisk in the milk and egg.

 Add the chopped ham & shredded cheese. Stir to incorporate, then let it sit for 10 minutes.

Stir the batter and divide among the mini-muffin cups. 

Bake until puffed and golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

 Ummmm look that those yummy cheesy edges!

I served them with Dijon Mustard to dip, but they are delicious alone too!

These things disappeared so fast, next time I might have to make 2 batches!

This recipe makes 24 mini muffins.