Spinach and Feta Stuffed Savory Muffins recipe

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Savory Muffins

by @chefspalette
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
45min

These savory muffins are filled with a delightful combination of spinach and feta, making them perfect for a snack, appetizer, or light meal.

Ingredients

12 Servings
(1 serving = 1 muffin)

For the Muffin Batter

  • 1 1/2cups
    all-purpose flour
  • 1cup
    whole wheat flour
  • 1tbsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/4tsp
    salt
  • 1/2cup
    grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1tsp
    dried thyme
  • 1/2cup
    milk
  • 1/2cup
    plain Greek yogurt
  • 2piece
    large eggs
  • 1/4cup
    olive oil

For the Filling

  • 1cup
    fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2cup
    feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1piece
    small onion, finely chopped
  • 2clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1/4tsp
    black pepper
  • 1/4tsp
    nutmeg (optional)

How to make Spinach and Feta Stuffed Savory Muffins

Prepare the Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.

  2. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Season with black pepper and nutmeg, if using. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  3. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese. Set aside.

Prepare the Muffin Batter

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, grated Parmesan, oregano, and thyme.

  3. In another bowl, mix the milk, Greek yogurt, eggs, and olive oil.

  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Assemble the Muffins

  1. Spoon a small amount of batter into each muffin cup to cover the bottom.

  2. Add a spoonful of spinach and feta filling to the batter.

  3. Cover the filling with more batter, filling each muffin cup about ¾ full.

Bake

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.

  2. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure the muffins remain light and fluffy.

  2. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.