Marmite Muffins
Marmite Muffins are savory muffins flavored with mature cheddar cheese, almond flour, and a blend of garlic and onion powders. The eggs are whipped to a frothy texture to incorporate air, creating a tender crumb despite the gluten-free almond flour base. After baking, the muffins are poked and brushed with a Marmite butter glaze, adding a distinctive savory umami note that complements the cheese and spices.
Ingredients
- 4 egg room temperature, large
- 1.5 cups / 150g almond flour
- 1.5 cups / 170g cheddar cheese mature, grated or shredded
- ¼ cup / 60g natural yoghurt
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Glaze
- 1.5 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 teaspoon marmite
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C /350F electric or 160 C / 320F fan assisted. Line a muffin pan with paper cups (or grease a silicone muffin mould).
- Blend the eggs in a food processor or with an electric mixer until frothy and double in size (around 2 minutes).
- Add the almond flour, grated cheddar, yoghurt, baking powder, garlic powder and onion powder and blend until well-combined.
- Fill the batter into 8 paper cups and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. If necessary, cover loosely with aluminium paper during the last 5 minutes of baking to prevent excessive browning.
- Once the muffins are out of the oven, make the glaze: Melt the butter and stir in the marmite.
- Using a skewer or toothpick, poke holes all over the muffins. Then, brush over the marmite glaze. Leave to cool down or enjoy straight away!
Notes
- Each muffin contains approximately 2g net carbohydrates; recipe yields 8 muffins.
- Using shredded cheddar by weight is more accurate than volume measures.
- Prepare 8 muffins to prevent batter overflow and ensure proper rising.
- Store muffins in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- This recipe allows variations; see linked post for more ideas.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.1g | 2% |
| Protein | 12.9g | 26% |
| Fat | 22.8g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7g | 39% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1.4g | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.