Cheddar Jalapeño Biscuit Muffin Pops (Printable)
Fluffy cheddar jalapeño muffins baked on sticks for a festive, spicy finger food treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Cheese and Add-Ins
06 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
07 - 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
08 - 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 3/4 cup whole milk
11 - 2 large eggs
→ For Serving and Decoration
12 - 12 wooden popsicle sticks
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
14 - Sprinkles or chopped chives for garnish
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease each cavity thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt using a whisk.
03 - Fold in the grated cheddar, diced jalapeños, and chives into the dry mixture. Toss gently to ensure even distribution.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, whole milk, and eggs until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just incorporated, taking care not to overmix.
06 - Portion the batter evenly into the 12 prepared muffin cups.
07 - Gently press a wooden popsicle stick into the center of each batter-filled cup, pushing halfway down.
08 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
09 - Remove from oven and immediately brush muffin tops with melted butter. Add sprinkles or chopped chives if desired.
10 - Let cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve on popsicle sticks.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Packed with melty cheese and a subtle jalapeño kick
- No forks needed—perfect handheld birthday snack
02 -
- Contains wheat (gluten), milk, eggs; check cheese/butter if allergy sensitive
- Can be made gluten-free with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend
03 -
- Do not overmix the batter or muffins may turn tough
- Insert sticks before baking to ensure they hold firm and do not crack the muffin tops