Dinner Muffins

Elevate your dinner table with these savory and wholesome Dinner Muffins, a perfect blend of comfort and nutrition in every bite. Packed with shredded cheddar cheese, grated zucchini, and carrot, these muffins are a deliciously moist and flavorful twist on traditional bread rolls. Fresh green onions and parsley add a burst of herbaceous freshness, while a hint of black pepper ties everything together. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and buttermilk, these golden muffins whip up in just over 30 minutes, making them ideal for a quick weeknight side or an on-the-go snack. Whether paired with a hearty soup, crisp salad, or served solo, these versatile muffins are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1.25 cups buttermilk
• 1 piece large egg
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup zucchini, grated
• 0.5 cup carrot, grated
• 3 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the muffin tin)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or line it with muffin liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and sugar until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the muffins remain light and fluffy.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini, grated carrot, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onion, and parsley. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair wonderfully with soups, salads, or as a snack on their own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2250.6

Total Fat 115.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 468.7mg	0%
Sodium 5110.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 72.4g	0%

Vitamin D 223.6IU	0%
Calcium 1311.9mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1692.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 41.6%