Instructions

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   1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
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   2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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   3. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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   4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham until evenly distributed.
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   5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
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   6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
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   7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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   8. Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the tin before transferring them to a wire rack. Sprinkle with chopped chives for a beautiful green finish!