These savory muffins are a delightful combination of ham, cheese, and vegetables, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
Using paper liners can make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Sifting the dry ingredients can help ensure a smoother batter.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, green onion, ham, cheddar cheese, and bell pepper.
Ensure the wet ingredients are well combined for an even distribution of flavors.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Overmixing can lead to dense muffins, so mix just until no dry streaks remain.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling them almost to the top.
Using an ice cream scoop can help portion the batter evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even cooking.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Allowing the muffins to cool slightly helps them firm up and makes them easier to remove from the pan.