Description
Savor the delightful combination of sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and savory herbs in these Cheese & Herb Muffins, served with a fluffy Whipped Bovril Butter. Perfect for a cozy snack or as a side dish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese & Herbs:
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 1/3 cup olive oil or melted butter
- 1 large egg
For the Whipped Bovril Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Bovril beef extract
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Add cheeses, chives, and parsley.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk buttermilk, oil, and egg. Mix wet into dry ingredients gently.
- Bake: Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden.
- Make Bovril Butter: Beat butter with Bovril, garlic powder, and pepper until fluffy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm muffins with a dollop of whipped Bovril butter.
Notes
- Best served warm
- Store leftovers airtight, reheat before serving
- Can use 1 tsp dried chives and parsley if fresh not available
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
