Recipe Introduction:
These savory spinach and feta muffins are a perfect blend of flavors and textures. The tender spinach, rich feta cheese, and fluffy muffin base make these a great snack, breakfast option, or side dish for any meal. They’re easy to make, packed with nutrients, and full of deliciousness!
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour (you can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
1/2 medium onion (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing spinach)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
Prepare the spinach: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Stir in the Parmesan cheese.
Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and olive oil (or melted butter).
Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add the spinach and feta: Gently fold the sautéed spinach, onion, and crumbled feta cheese into the muffin batter.
Fill the muffin tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These spinach and feta muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast, lunch, or as a savory snack anytime!