Mediterranean Savoury Muffins Recipe

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Ingredients:

• The Dry Crew (1 ½ cups):

  • All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups (about 190g)
  • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
  • A pinch of salt: Don’t be shy, these adventurers need a good map!

• The Wet Squad (½ cup + ¼ cup):

  • Olive oil: ½ cup (about 120ml) – Opt for extra virgin for an extra dose of Mediterranean magic!
  • Milk: ¼ cup (about 60ml) – Whole milk adds richness, but any kind will do

• The Flavor Brigade (Measurements are just suggestions, feel free to improvise!):

  • Shredded cheese: 1 cup (about 100g) – Cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyere, or a melty combo, all work well!
  • Crumbled feta cheese: ½ cup (about 75g) – This salty hero adds a touch of Greece.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes: ½ cup (about 50g) – Chop them into little flavor bombs!
  • Chopped green olives: ½ cup (about 50g) – Kalamata or another brine-cured variety will add a delightful piquancy.
  • Chopped roasted red peppers: ½ cup (about 50g) – These beauties add sweetness and vibrant color.
  • Fresh herbs (optional): A sprinkle of chopped basil, oregano, or thyme adds a delightful touch.

Utensils:

• A spacious mixing bowl: Big enough for your Mediterranean crew to mingle freely.
• A whisk: To create a harmonious batter symphony.
• A muffin tin: This will be your ship, carrying your muffins to golden-brown glory.
• Cupcake liners (optional): For easy muffin removal and a touch of festivity!
• A spoon or ice cream scoop: To portion your batter like a true captain.

Setting Sail on the Mediterranean Muffin Adventure:

1. Prepare the Dry Crew: In your spacious mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Imagine them getting to know each other, ready for the adventure ahead.

2. Assemble the Wet Squad: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil and milk. Let’s call this the “life-giving elixir” for our muffins.

3. The Grand Merging: Now comes the exciting part! Pour the wet ingredients into the dry crew’s bowl. Use your whisk to gently fold everything together until just combined. Don’t overmix, or your muffins might become a bit dense. A few lumps are perfectly acceptable, like hidden treasures waiting to be discovered!

4. Flavor Brigade, Ahoy! Time to incorporate the superstars of this recipe. Gently fold in the shredded cheese, crumbled feta, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, roasted red peppers, and any herbs you’re using. Be careful not to over-mix, but ensure everything is evenly distributed.

5. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) and let it get nice and toasty. While it preheats, prepare your muffin tin. If using liners, pop them in. Otherwise, lightly grease the cups with some olive oil.

6. Batter Bonanza! Now comes the fun part: filling the muffin cups! Use a spoon or an ice cream scoop (for uniform portions) to divide the batter evenly among the cups. Don’t fill them all the way to the brim, leave a little space for them to rise like little fluffy mountains.

7. Bake to Golden Grandeur: Pop your muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Imagine the muffins turning a beautiful golden brown as the Mediterranean sun sets over their cheesy peaks.

8. Cool Down and Conquer! Once baked, take the muffins out of the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treasure Time!

Your Mediterranean muffin adventure is complete! Grab one (or two, we