# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 3/4 cup buttermilk
07 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 tablespoon honey
→ Cheese Filling
10 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
12 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Topping
13 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
14 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a large bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, melted butter, and honey until fully combined.
04 - Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to maintain the muffins' delicate texture.
05 - In a small bowl, blend softened cream cheese with fresh chives and garlic powder until smooth and evenly distributed.
06 - Spoon batter into each muffin cup until half full. Place approximately 1 tablespoon cream cheese filling in the center of each cup, then cover with remaining batter.
07 - Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning and sesame seeds over each muffin for a flavorful finishing touch.
08 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
