Savory Muffins with Feta and Vegetables
Baked savory muffins with feta, bell pepper, zucchini, and scallions, made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour.
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 200 g
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour or spelt whole wheat flour 100 g
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or plant-based alternative 250 ml
- 1/3 cup mild vegetable oil 70 ml
- 6-7 oz feta 180-200 g, cubed
- 1 red bell pepper finely diced
- 1 small zucchini finely grated and squeezed dry
- 2 scallions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives chopped
- 2 tbsp grated hard cheese Optional
- 1 garlic clove Optional, minced
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt Optional
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Grease:
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.Prepare Vegetables and Feta:
Cut feta into cubes, dice bell pepper, grate and squeeze zucchini dry, slice scallions, and chop herbs.Whisk Dry Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano with a whisk.Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in milk, oil, and optional yogurt until smooth.Combine Wet and Dry:
Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just incorporated.Fold in Vegetables and Feta:
Gently fold in bell pepper, zucchini, scallions, herbs, and two-thirds of the feta cubes.Fill Muffin Cups and Top:
Spoon batter into muffin cups, then top with remaining feta and optional grated cheese.Bake Until Golden:
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the muffins are golden brown.Cool and Serve:
Allow to cool a few minutes; serve warm or at room temperature.