Cheesy zucchini muffins
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4.4
Cheesy zucchini muffins
Description
Cheesy zucchini muffins feature grated zucchini incorporated into a batter made from flour, baking powder, sugar, and melted butter. Crumbled feta and shredded cheddar give a rich, cheesy taste and add moisture, while chopped chives provide a subtle oniony aroma. An optional pinch of red chili pepper adds warmth without overpowering the delicate zucchini and cheese flavors. Baking in muffin tins ensures a tender interior and golden, slightly crisp edges.
The muffins make a versatile accompaniment to light meals or a savory snack option. Their dense but soft texture and balance of mild sharp cheese and fresh zucchini make them approachable and satisfying.
To prepare, mix the wet and dry ingredients gently so the muffins stay tender. Use cupcake liners for easy removal and a neater presentation. Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving to help set their shape.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp sugar
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 egg
- 2 cups zucchini grated
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 2 tbsp chives chopped
- red chili pepper to taste (optional, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. In a separate bowl or measuring jug, whisk the melted butter, milk and egg together.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients then mix until just combined. Fold the grated zucchini, cheese, chives and chilli into the batter.
- Line a 12-hole muffin pan with cupcake liners. Fill each cup with the batter.
- Place the pan into the oven and allow to bake for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 217 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 217kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 404mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 459IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 108mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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