Starting with the basic ingredients, it is essential to ensure that all components are prepared correctly. Therefore, to achieve the most delicious savory muffins, we will need 250 grams of flour, 100 grams of cheese (preferably cottage cheese or feta), 50 grams of melted butter, 2 eggs, 200 ml of milk, 1 packet of baking powder (or 7 grams of instant yeast), salt and pepper to taste, plus optional herbs such as dill or thyme.
We begin by mixing the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, we combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. This is a crucial step, as the even distribution of the baking powder will ensure an even rise of the muffins. Once we have a homogeneous mixture, we will turn our attention to the liquid ingredients.
In another bowl, we beat the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter. We mix these ingredients well to create a fluid and homogeneous composition. Finally, we add the crumbled cheese and, if desired, the herbs, being careful to incorporate them gently. Now, we will pour this liquid mixture over the dry ingredients. It is important not to mix too much, just enough to combine the ingredients, otherwise the muffins will become dense.
After obtaining the dough, we prepare the muffin molds. We grease them with butter and flour them to prevent sticking. We pour the dough into the molds, filling them up to about 3/4 full, to allow the muffins to rise beautifully during baking.
The oven should already be preheated to 180 degrees Celsius. We place the molds in the hot oven, and the baking time will be about 30 minutes. It is important to pay attention to the moment when the muffins change color and become golden. If we want a shinier crust, we can brush them with egg white in the last minutes of baking.
Since each oven has its peculiarities, it is good to check the state of the muffins with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, it means they are ready. After removing them from the oven, we let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the molds, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely. These savory muffins are ideal for breakfast or as an appetizer at a festive meal, and their aroma will surely delight everyone.
We begin by mixing the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, we combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. This is a crucial step, as the even distribution of the baking powder will ensure an even rise of the muffins. Once we have a homogeneous mixture, we will turn our attention to the liquid ingredients.
In another bowl, we beat the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter. We mix these ingredients well to create a fluid and homogeneous composition. Finally, we add the crumbled cheese and, if desired, the herbs, being careful to incorporate them gently. Now, we will pour this liquid mixture over the dry ingredients. It is important not to mix too much, just enough to combine the ingredients, otherwise the muffins will become dense.
After obtaining the dough, we prepare the muffin molds. We grease them with butter and flour them to prevent sticking. We pour the dough into the molds, filling them up to about 3/4 full, to allow the muffins to rise beautifully during baking.
The oven should already be preheated to 180 degrees Celsius. We place the molds in the hot oven, and the baking time will be about 30 minutes. It is important to pay attention to the moment when the muffins change color and become golden. If we want a shinier crust, we can brush them with egg white in the last minutes of baking.
Since each oven has its peculiarities, it is good to check the state of the muffins with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, it means they are ready. After removing them from the oven, we let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the molds, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely. These savory muffins are ideal for breakfast or as an appetizer at a festive meal, and their aroma will surely delight everyone.
Ingredients
For 6 fairly large muffins: 250 g all-purpose flour, 250 ml milk, 50 g grated cheese (I grated it on the large grater), 50 ml oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 egg, 100 g finely chopped sausages (or ham if you prefer), 1/2 packet (which is 8 g of instant yeast - not beer yeast) or baking soda or baking powder as you know is used for this amount of flour + 1 egg for brushing.