Savoury Cheese Muffins

Delight Your Taste Buds with Savory Cheese Muffins

Looking for a savory snack that’s both comforting and flavorful? These Savory Cheese Muffins are the perfect choice. Packed with the rich taste of cheddar cheese and a hint of garlic, these muffins are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a delicious snack anytime. With a golden, crusty exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

For the Butter and Cheese:

• 3 tablespoons (50g) salted butter (or unsalted with a pinch of salt)
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 cups (200g) grated cheddar cheese

Dry Ingredients:

• 2 cups (300g) plain flour (all-purpose flour)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (bi-carb soda)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 large egg (about 60g / 2 oz), lightly whisked
• 1 cup milk (full-fat or low-fat)
• 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream (or plain yogurt)
• 1/3 cup (85ml) vegetable oil (or any neutral-flavored oil, not olive oil)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 garlic clove, crushed

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (standard) or 160°C/320°F (fan-forced). Prepare a 12-hole standard muffin tin by brushing it generously with the garlic butter mixture.

2. Prepare the Butter and Garlic:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter with the crushed garlic in 30-second bursts. Stir until combined. Use some of this garlic butter to brush the muffin tin, ensuring to coat each hole generously. Reserve the remaining garlic butter for later.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the plain flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This step ensures that the leavening agents are evenly distributed, giving the muffins a perfect rise.

4. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, whisk together the lightly beaten egg, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, chopped parsley, and crushed garlic. The combination of sour cream and milk keeps the muffins moist and tender.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

• Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix gently, about 8 times, until just combined. Add the grated cheddar cheese and mix as few times as possible, just until any remaining bits of flour are incorporated (no more than 7 big stirs). The secret to soft muffins is not overmixing.

6. Fill the Muffin Tin:

• Divide the batter evenly between 11 muffin holes. The batter should be thick and fill the muffin tin to the top. If the batter forms a ball shape due to using a scooper, leave it as is. This will give the muffins a nice, rounded top.

7. Bake the Muffins:

• Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden, crusty, and spring back when touched in the center. The aroma of baked cheese and garlic will fill your kitchen as they cook.

8. Finish with Garlic Butter:

• Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack. Brush the tops with the reserved garlic butter (microwave it again if needed). This adds a final layer of flavor and keeps the tops soft and flavorful. Let the muffins cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Calories: 250 kcal per serving
• Servings: 11 muffins

Why You’ll Love These Savory Cheese Muffins

• Rich and Flavorful: The combination of cheddar cheese, garlic, and parsley creates a savory flavor explosion in every bite.
• Perfect Texture: With a crispy exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, these muffins offer the perfect balance of textures.
• Versatile: Great as a snack, alongside soups, or even as a savory breakfast option, these muffins are incredibly versatile.

These Savory Cheese Muffins are the ultimate comfort food, blending the flavors of rich cheddar cheese and fragrant garlic into a soft, tender muffin. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or save them for later, they’re sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire. Try them today, and bring a little bit of savory goodness to your table!

Savoury Cheese Muffins

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 11 1x

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Description

These Savoury Cheese Muffins are a delightful treat for any time of the day. Packed with rich cheddar cheese and infused with garlic butter, each bite offers a burst of flavor and a soft, tender crumb. The fresh parsley adds a hint of freshness, making these muffins not only delicious but also visually appealing with flecks of green throughout.

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Ingredients

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For the Butter and Cheese:
3 tablespoons (50g) salted butter (or unsalted with a pinch of salt)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 cups (200g) grated cheddar cheese
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups (300g) plain flour (all-purpose flour)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda (bi-carb soda)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1 large egg (about 60g / 2 oz), lightly whisked
1 cup milk (full-fat or low-fat)
1/4 cup (60g) sour cream (or plain yogurt)
1/3 cup (85ml) vegetable oil (or any neutral-flavored oil, not olive oil)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, crushed

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (standard) or 160°C/320°F (fan-forced). Prepare a 12-hole standard muffin tin by brushing it generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Prepare the Butter and Garlic:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter with the crushed garlic in 30-second bursts. Stir until combined. Use some of this garlic butter to brush the muffin tin, ensuring to coat each hole generously. Reserve the remaining garlic butter for later.
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the plain flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lightly beaten egg, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, chopped parsley, and crushed garlic.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix gently, about 8 times, until just combined. Add the grated cheddar cheese and mix as few times as possible, just until any remaining bits of flour are incorporated (no more than 7 big stirs). The secret to soft muffins is not overmixing.
Fill the Muffin Tin:
Divide the batter evenly between 11 muffin holes. The batter should be thick and fill the muffin tin to the top. If the batter forms a ball shape due to using a scooper, leave it as is.
Bake the Muffins:
Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden, crusty, and spring back when touched in the center.
Finish with Garlic Butter:
Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack. Brush the tops with the reserved garlic butter (microwave it again if needed). Let the muffins cool slightly before serving.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 250