Description
These Parmesan Cheese Muffins are cheesy, buttery, and delightfully soft. Perfect as a grab-and-go breakfast, a savory snack, or a side dish to accompany stews and soups. Their rich flavor and fluffy texture make them a versatile addition to any meal.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Ingredients
– 1 cup warm milk
– 1 (1/4 oz or 10g) instant yeast packet
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 7 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, instant yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme leaves.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the melted butter.
4. Add the yeast mixture and the egg-butter mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the batter rest for 1 hour at room temperature to allow it to rise.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
– For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
– These muffins are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
– To reheat, warm them in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–10 minutes.
– Feel free to add chopped herbs or spices to customize the flavor to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1muffin
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg