Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
Add-Ins:
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess water)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach or kale
- 1/3 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- 1/4 cup grated carrot
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, olive oil, yogurt, and milk until smooth.
Step 4: Fold in the Veggies and Cheese
- Add the shredded cheese, zucchini, spinach, bell peppers, carrot, and herbs to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender muffins.
Step 5: Fill the Muffin Tin
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Savory Muffins
- Squeeze Excess Moisture: For veggies like zucchini or spinach, squeeze out the water to avoid soggy muffins.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs enhance the flavor and texture of the muffins.
- Donβt Overmix: Stir the batter just until the ingredients are combined to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Customize Your Add-Ins: Experiment with other vegetables, cheeses, or even cooked bacon or ham.
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