Savory Zucchini Muffins with Cheese

Savory Zucchini Muffins with Cheese

from aseasyasapplepie.com
Muffins
30 min
12 servings
199 kcal / serving

These savory muffins combine fresh zucchini, melty cheese, and herbs. Simple to make and great for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cupsall-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoonsbaking powder
  • ½ teaspoonbaking soda
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • ¼ teaspoonfreshly ground pepper
  • 2 largeeggs
  • 1 cupminus 1½ tablespoon (220 ml) whole milk
  • 5 ¼ tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cupgrated zucchini
  • 1 cupcheddar cheese (grated)
  • 1green onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoonfresh thyme (chopped)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin pan with parchment paper liners or silicone cups.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and olive oil.

  4. 4

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

  5. 5

    Fold in the grated zucchini, cheddar, green onions, and thyme. The batter will be thick, that's normal!

  6. 6

    Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.