Savory Muffins Three Ways

Elevate your brunch game with these versatile and delicious "Savory Muffins Three Ways," a recipe that lets you enjoy three distinct flavor profiles in just one bake. Perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these muffins are fluffy, flavorful, and irresistibly savory. Each batch highlights unique combinations—Cheese & Chive for a classic, comforting twist, Spinach & Feta for a Mediterranean flair, and Sundried Tomato & Basil for a burst of bold, tangy goodness. With simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and olive oil as a base, this recipe is easy to whip up and ready in just 35 minutes. Packed with fresh herbs, gooey cheeses, and nutrient-rich vegetables, these muffins are a wholesome, savory treat to enjoy warm or at room temperature. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated brunch or looking for a savory snack, these customizable muffins have all the delicious crowd-appeal you need!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup milk
• 0.25 cups olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 0.75 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cups fresh chives, chopped
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 0.5 cups feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cups sundried tomatoes, chopped
• 0.25 cups fresh basil, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, olive oil, and eggs until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Divide the muffin batter evenly into three smaller bowls to create the different varieties.

Step 6

For Cheese & Chive muffins: Stir 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of chopped chives into the first bowl of batter.

Step 7

For Spinach & Feta muffins: Stir 1 cup of chopped spinach and 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese into the second bowl of batter.

Step 8

For Sundried Tomato & Basil muffins: Stir 1/2 cup of chopped sundried tomatoes and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil into the third bowl of batter.

Step 9

Spoon the batter from each variety evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy three delicious variations of savory muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1159.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2668.4

Total Fat 128.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 584.0mg	0%
Sodium 5689.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 57.7g
Protein 104.6g	0%

Vitamin D 207.4IU	0%
Calcium 1953.3mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 5203.4mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 41.6%