Name: Spicy Jalapeño Welsh Rarebit Muffins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12 muffins
Cuisine: European cuisine
Ingredients: 200 g cheddar cheese (grated); 2 pcs jalapeños (finely diced, seeds removed for less heat); 250 g flour (all-purpose); 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce; 200 ml milk; 1 pcs egg (beaten); 50 g butter (melted); 2 tsp baking powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Welsh Rarebit

Prep: 20 min • Cook: 25 min. A modern appetizer twist! Individual savory muffins are baked with the classic Rarebit cheese sauce, studded with diced jalapeños for a delightful kick and pop of heat.

Preparation time: 20 min
Cooking time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer
Complexity: Easy

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Ingredients

7oz cheddar cheese(grated)
2 pcs jalapeños(finely diced, seeds removed for less heat)
9oz flour(all-purpose)
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
6 3/4 fl oz milk
1 pc egg(beaten)
2oz butter(melted)
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper(freshly ground)

Instructions

For the Rarebit Mixture

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Stir in the beaten egg until well combined.

For the Muffins

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
Gently fold the diced jalapeños into the cooled rarebit mixture.
Spoon the rarebit and jalapeño mixture into the muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Servings: 12
Serving size (imperial): 2.6 oz

Nutrient	Per serving	Per 100 g	Total (12 servings)
Calories	250.5 kcal	334 kcal	3,006 kcal
Protein	10.2 g	13.6 g	122.4 g
Fat	15.8 g	21.1 g	189.6 g
Carbs	18.1 g	24.1 g	217.2 g

Tips

Ensure jalapeños are finely diced and seeds are removed for a balanced flavor and heat.
Do not overmix the muffin batter to ensure a tender texture. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
Serve warm for the best cheesy, melty experience. Garnish with chives or a sprinkle of smoked paprika.

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Instructions

For the Rarebit Mixture

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Stir in the beaten egg until well combined.

For the Muffins

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
Gently fold the diced jalapeños into the cooled rarebit mixture.
Spoon the rarebit and jalapeño mixture into the muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrient

Per serving

Per 100 g

Total (12 servings)

Calories

250.5 kcal

334 kcal

3,006 kcal

Protein

10.2 g

13.6 g

122.4 g

Fat

15.8 g

21.1 g

189.6 g

Carbs

18.1 g

24.1 g

217.2 g