Versatile Flavor Combinations
Cheese and herb muffins offer endless possibilities for flavor combinations. You can use various types of cheese such as cheddar, mozzarella, feta, or Parmesan, and pair them with herbs like parsley, chives, dill, rosemary, or thyme. This versatility allows you to create muffins with unique and delicious flavors to suit your taste preferences.
Balanced Nutrition
While cheese and herb muffins may seem indulgent, they can be a nutritious choice when made with wholesome ingredients. Cheese provides protein and calcium, while herbs add flavor and essential vitamins and minerals. When made with whole grain flour and other wholesome ingredients, these muffins can be a satisfying and balanced snack or meal option.
Portable and Convenient
Cheese and herb muffins are perfect for on-the-go snacking or as a quick meal option. They are portable and easy to pack, making them ideal for school lunches, picnics, road trips, or busy mornings when you need a nutritious and satisfying snack to take with you.
Freezer-Friendly
Cheese and herb muffins can be made in advance and stored in the freezer for later use. Simply bake a batch of muffins, allow them to cool completely, then wrap them individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply thaw them in the refrigerator or microwave and warm them up in the oven or microwave for a delicious and convenient snack or meal.
Customizable Additions
In addition to cheese and herbs, you can customize cheese and herb muffins with other flavorful additions such as cooked bacon or ham, chopped vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, or nuts. These additions can add extra texture, flavor, and nutritional value to the muffins, allowing you to tailor them to your personal preferences.
Homemade Goodness
Making cheese and herb muffins from scratch allows you to control the ingredients and customize them to suit your dietary needs and preferences. You can experiment with different types of cheese, herbs, and other add-ins to create your own unique and delicious muffin recipes that you won’t find in stores.
Cheese and Herb Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese grated
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs thyme, or chives), such as parsley
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1 egg large
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh herbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into a greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Made these at 10pm last night (I was craving cheese muffins but we had a power failure so I waited). I’m going to buy more cheese later today so I can make more because the first batch just wasn’t enough 😅. I heat them a little before eating them and put a little bit of butter and it’s heaven, great for a winter snack. Best recipe ever!