Savory Veggie and Cheese Muffins are a delicious and hearty treat, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even as a side dish to a soup or salad. These muffins combine the goodness of vegetables with the richness of cheese, creating a savory alternative to traditional sweet muffins. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Savory Veggie and Cheese Muffins Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp dried mixed herbs (such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar)
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix of both)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach (or other leafy greens like kale)
- ½ cup grated carrot
- ½ cup finely chopped bell pepper (any color)
- ½ cup corn kernels (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk (or regular milk), and olive oil (or melted butter).
- Add Veggies and Cheese: Stir in the grated cheese, chopped spinach, grated carrot, bell pepper, corn, and fresh herbs (if using) into the wet mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could make the muffins dense.
- Spoon into Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand. Zucchini, mushrooms, or even sweet potato could be great additions.
- If you prefer a stronger cheese flavor, try adding crumbled feta or Parmesan cheese.
- For extra moisture, you can add a couple of tablespoons of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the wet ingredients.
Enjoy these savory veggie and cheese muffins warm with a pat of butter or as they are!
