1
: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°F). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. In large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cayenne pepper. Stir in 3/4 cup (175 mL) cheese, bacon and chives.
2
: In separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter and egg; stir into flour mixture just until combined. Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups.
Nestle half an egg, cut side up, into each muffin cup. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
3
: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until tester inserted into centre of muffin comes out clean and tops are golden.