Indulge in the delectable goodness of muffin melts, a delightful treat that seamlessly blends the comforting flavors of muffins and the crispy indulgence of grilled cheese sandwiches. These culinary wonders are not just ordinary snacks; they're an explosion of taste and texture that will tantalize your taste buds.
Muffin melts come in a symphony of variations, each offering a unique flavor journey. Dive into the classic Ham and Cheese Muffin Melt, where savory ham and melty cheese unite between two halves of a tender muffin. Craving something tangy and refreshing? The Spinach and Feta Muffin Melt awaits you, boasting a vibrant filling of spinach, feta cheese, and a hint of lemon zest.
For those with a sweet tooth, the Nutella and Banana Muffin Melt is a dream come true. Imagine the luscious combination of Nutella's chocolatey richness and the natural sweetness of bananas, all nestled within a warm, fluffy muffin. And if you're in the mood for something indulgent, the Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffin Melt will satisfy your cravings with its classic combination of peanut butter, jelly, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Muffin melts aren't just delectable; they're incredibly versatile too. Serve them as a quick and easy breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a delightful after-school snack. They're perfect for picnics, potlucks, or simply as a special treat to enjoy at home.
MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST MUFFINS RECIPE
Breakfast Egg Muffins - Melted Cheese, Warm Eggs and Bacon Piled on an English Muffin! Make Them Ahead, Warm Up and it's the Perfect Grab and Go Breakfast for on the Run!
Provided by Julie Evink
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine hard-boiled eggs with all other ingredients, except for english muffins. Leave in sealed container in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, heap egg mixture onto english muffin haves and broil in the oven for 4-6 minutes, just until the tops start to turn brown and cheese gets bubbly. Serve immediately.
- The egg mixture also makes a divine egg salad if you serve it cold!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 12, Calories 581 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 248 mg, Sodium 835 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g
MAKE-AHEAD MUFFIN MELTS
Steps:
- Combine eggs with all other ingredients. Fold together gently. Cover and store in the fridge overnight. Spread on English muffin halves, then broil for 3 to 5 minutes or until hot and bubbly. (Don't set them too close to the heating element.)Serve immediately!
ENGLISH MUFFIN PATTY MELTS
English muffins are the perfect vehicle for this twist on a patty melt because they toast as you're melting the super gooey cheese, plus the nooks and crannies of the buns soak up all the juices of the special sauce, patty and caramelized onions!
Provided by Gabriela Rodiles
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put 2 tablespoons butter, the onions and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften and release liquid, 10 minutes. If the skillet becomes a little brown, add 1 to 3 tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon to release the browned bits and prevent burning. Add 1 teaspoon sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and soften, 10 minutes.
- Form the ground beef into four 6-ounce patties (about 1/2 inch thick). Season the patties on both sides with several cracks of pepper and 1 tablespoon salt total.
- Heat the oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or large skillet over medium high heat until shimmering. Add the patties and cook to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare or 5 minutes per side for medium.
- Meanwhile, make the special sauce. Stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Generously spread the remaining 1 tablespoon butter on the outsides of the English muffins. Put the tops, buttered-side down, in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
- On each top, add 2 teaspoons of the special sauce, 1 cheese slice, 1 tablespoon caramelized onions and 1 patty. Top each patty with 1 tablespoon caramelized onions, 1 cheese slice and 1 English muffin bottom. Cover and cook until the bottom cheese slice melts, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip using two spatulas, cover and cook until bottom cheese slice melts and the English muffin is toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with the remaining sauce.
BEST EVER MUFFINS
Start with this basic recipe, and add one of several different ingredients for a variety of different muffins.
Provided by Lori
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Savory Muffin Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Stir together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center. In a small bowl or 2 cup measuring cup, beat egg with a fork. Stir in milk and oil. Pour all at once into the well in the flour mixture. Mix quickly and lightly with a fork until moistened, but do not beat. The batter will be lumpy. Pour the batter into paper lined muffin pan cups.
- Variations: Blueberry Muffins: Add 1 cup fresh blueberries. Raisin Muffins: Add 1 cup finely chopped raisins. Date Muffins: Add 1 cup finely chopped dates. Cheese Muffins: Fold in 1 cup grated sharp yellow cheese. Bacon Muffins: Fold 1/4 cup crisp cooked bacon, broken into bits.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 233.4 mg, Sugar 13.5 g
TUNA MELTS ON ENGLISH MUFFINS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a small frying pan over low heat. Add onion and garlic and saute over low heat until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in seafood seasoning, cilantro, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Combine tuna and mayonnaise in a bowl. Add the sauteed mixture from the frying pan and blend well with a fork.
- Place all 6 halved English muffins on a cookie sheet. Spoon on tuna mixture, dividing it evenly between each muffin. Top each with a slice of tomato; add a slice of American cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 56.4 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 791.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
EASY MUFFIN MELTS
I really like these as a warm snack, or sliced up and served as a buffet or party appetizer. And they're very easy to make. It's such a veratile recipe, too, because you can experiment with a variety of spice and vegetable garnish combinations. The original recipe, as given to me by a friend, called for minced onion. But my husband and I like garlic, so I replaced the onion with minced garlic, which is how I always make these appetizers now.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 12 appetizer snacks
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage thoroughly, until no pink remains. Add the minced onion (or minced garlic) and basil, and mix well. Set the sausage mixture aside.
- Spread about 3/4 tablespoon of the Old English cheese across the top of each muffin half. Place the muffin halves on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread a large spoonful of the sausage mixture evenly across the top of the cheese layer of each muffin half.
- Bake the appetizers in a 350 degree oven for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the English muffins just begin to toast and are heated through.
- These can be served as a warm snack right out of the oven, or after being cooled completely.
- OPTIONAL STEP: For added flavor, you can sprinkle the tops of each baked appetizer with chopped green onion or minced olives, mushrooms, or pimiento. Or for a more zesty flavor top each appetizer with a thin red pepper strip.
- FOR SERVING SIZES: If served whole, the recipe will yield 12 large appetizer snacks. Or you can cut each appetizer in half, which will yield 24 (half circle shape) appetizers. Or you can cut each half-circle piece in half again, which will yield 48 mini wedge-shaped appetizers.
ENGLISH MUFFIN OLIVE CHEESE MELTS
A delicious olive and cheese mixture melted on English muffins. Can be frozen ahead of time for an easy make-ahead appetizer.
Provided by Steve P.
Categories Quick Breads
Time 15m
Yield 25-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine olives, green onions, Cheddar cheese, curry powder, mayonnaise, and salt.
- Mix well.
- Spread mixture on English muffins.
- Cut the English muffins into fourths.
- Note: If you want to freeze these, now is the time!
- Arrange the muffin pieces on a cookie sheet.
- Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 minutes.
QUICK CRAB MELTS
Two types of cheese on top of a savory crab mixture make these open-faced sandwiches ooey-gooey good! I usually serve them for dinner, but they also make a great app when cut in half. -Donna Bennett, Bramalea, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix crab, mayonnaise, celery and green onion until blended. Place muffin halves on an ungreased baking sheet., Broil 4-6 in. from heat until toasted. Spread with crab mixture. Top with tomato and cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Broil until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
Tips:
- For a sweeter melt, use chocolate chip muffin mix. For a more savory melt, use cornbread muffin mix.
- Add in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, fruit, or cheese.
- Be sure to grease your muffin tins well, or the melts may stick.
- Bake the melts for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the melts cool for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Muffin melts are a quick and easy way to use up leftover muffin mix. They're also a great way to get creative with your cooking. With so many different muffin mix flavors and mix-in options, the possibilities are endless. So next time you have some leftover muffin mix, don't throw it away! Make muffin melts instead.
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