**Onion Cheese Muffins: A Savory Treat for Any Occasion**
Onion cheese muffins are a delightful combination of savory flavors and textures, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. These delectable morsels are filled with the goodness of caramelized onions, grated cheese, and a hint of herbs, all encased in a tender, golden-brown muffin exterior. Dive into the delightful experience of onion cheese muffins, exploring variations like the bacon and cheddar onion muffins, bursting with smoky bacon and sharp cheddar, or the veggie-packed zucchini and onion muffins, offering a delightful crunch and a boost of nutrition. Discover the secrets to creating these irresistible muffins, from selecting the perfect onions to achieving the ideal balance of flavors.
JUMBO ONION CHEESE MUFFINS
Chopped green onions and three types of cheese perk up these suppertime specialties. The large light-textured muffins have a golden look and savory flavor that's ideal with any entree. -Valerie Collier, Charleston, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 6 muffins.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, pepper and nutmeg. In another bowl, combine the milk, butter and egg; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in onions and cheeses. , Fill greased jumbo muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SAVORY ONION-BACON CHEESE MUFFINS
Make and share this Savory Onion-Bacon Cheese Muffins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees (second-lowest oven rack).
- Grease 12 muffin tins.
- Set aside 1/4 cup grated cheese.
- In a large bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, black pepper and green onions; stir in crumbled bacon and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
- In another bowl whisk together milk, oil, sour cream and eggs until well blended; pour over dry ingredients just until moistened.
- Divided between the muffin tins.
- Sprinkle the reserved 1/4 cup (can use more) cheddar cheese on top of each muffin batter.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until the muffins test done.
ONION CHEESE MUFFINS
These muffins are the perfect addition to brunch or a soup and salad meal. You can choose any block cheese you want.-Judy Johnson, Mundelein, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield about 6 muffins.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the baking mix and 1/2 cup of cheese in a large bowl; set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg and milk; set aside. In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; add to egg mixture. Stir into cheese mixture just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Top with the sesame seeds and remaining cheese. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts :
SAVOURY MUFFINS WITH FETA CHEESE, ONION AND ROSEMARY
Make and share this Savoury Muffins With Feta Cheese, Onion and Rosemary recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AaliyahsAaronsMum
Categories Quick Breads
Time 45m
Yield 24 muffins, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- You will need a 12 hole mini-muffin tin.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan, add in the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes till its softened and then remove from heat and leave it to cool.
- Once cool, add in the chopped feta cheese and rosemary and season with freshly ground black pepper (there is no need for salt since feta cheese is quite salty by itself) and give it a good mix.
- Pre-heat the oven to gas mark 6/400F/200°C.
- Next for the muffin base, sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl beat the egg, then add in the milk and give it a good whisk again.
- Next, pour the egg mixture into the flour, using minimum number of folding movements (you should finish folding in 15 seconds and ignore the lumps in the mixture - do not overmix).
- Now gently add the onion mixture into the muffin mixture, folding in, as before, with as few strokes as possible.
- Arrange the muffin cases into the muffin tins them spoon the mixture into them.
- You may even spoon the mixture straight into the tins but they will have to be well-greased.
- Beat the second egg and brush the muffin tops with it.
- Bake them in the centre shelf of the oven for about 20 minutes, or until well risen and golden.
- Remove the muffins from the tins and serve immediately.
SAVORY MINI MUFFINS WITH GOAT CHEESE, RED ONION & ROSEMARY RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by Dixie8686
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium high. Add onions and sauté until soft, 4 minutes. Remove from heat to let cool. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and Greek yogurt. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold to mix. Do not over mix. Add the onions and rosemary to the bowl; lightly fold them into the mixture. Evenly spoon the batter into 10 muffin tins. Nestle the goat cheese dollops into the batter. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve immediately.
GREEN ONION-AND-CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS
Make and share this Green Onion-And-Cream Cheese Muffins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by wicked cook 46
Categories Quick Breads
Time 35m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat cream cheese at low speed with an electric mixer until smooth; add biscuit mix alternately with milk, beginning and ending with biscuit mix. Stir in green onions and next 3 ingredients.
- Spoon batter into 3-inch muffin cups coated with cooking spray.
- Bake at 400° for 25 to 27 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
COTTAGE CHEESE ONION MUFFINS
This recipe comes from The Original Vidalia Onion Cookbook that I received years ago with a gift box of Vidalia onions. While I haven't made these muffins yet, I love muffins and this sounds like something that would be great with a steak dinner. I'm posting it here since I always forget to dig through my cookbooks now that there are so many great recipes online.
Provided by karen
Categories Quick Breads
Time 25m
Yield 18 muffins, 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Coat muffin tins with cooking spray.
- Sift together flour, sugar and baking soda. Then add remaining ingredients, one at at time, in the order listed in the ingredients. Stir to incorporate each before adding the next.
- Fill muffin tins 1/2 full and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Cool a few minutes before removing from muffin pan.
- Serve with butter.
CHICKPEA ONION MUFFINS WITH SESAME SEEDS AND CHEESE
Are you looking for a hearty, nutritious and yummy snack that is easy to prepare and sure to please your family?! Then maybe this recipe is right up your alley. It features flavourful chickpeas, nutty sesame seeds, a fruity tomato sauce, some onions, aromatic spices and a sprinkling of cheese. Sounds good?! Well, then what are you waiting for, give it a try! :)
Provided by Lalaloula
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet dry toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant. Let cool.
- In a big bowl combine flour, sesame seeds and spices (garlic, cumin and chili powder).
- In a second bowl combine eggs, tomato sauce, oil and mashed chickpeas.
- Add to the dry ingredients and stir to combine. If dough is too dry, add a tbs or two more of tomato sauce. If dough is too wet, add a bit more flour. Do not overmix.
- Lastly fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and spring onion slices.
- Fill into prepared muffin tins and bake in the pre-heated oven at 180°C/350°F for 20-25 minutes or until skewer inserted in the middle of the muffins comes out clean.
- Enjoy! :).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 42.7, Sodium 402.9, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 6.8
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before starting, gather and measure all ingredients and preheat the oven to ensure smooth and efficient cooking.
- Onion Preparation: For optimal flavor, thinly slice the onions and sauté them until caramelized. This adds a delightful sweetness and depth of flavor to the muffins.
- Cheese Selection: Use a combination of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for a robust and flavorful result. These cheeses melt well and provide a gooey, cheesy texture.
- Muffin Pan Preparation: Grease or line the muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the muffins.
- Batter Consistency: The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but not too thick that it's difficult to stir. If needed, adjust the consistency by adding more milk or flour.
- Baking Time: Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the muffins.
- Cooling: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Onion Cheese Muffins are a delectable and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack. With their savory combination of caramelized onions, melted cheese, and fluffy muffin texture, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone. Experiment with different cheese combinations and add-ins, such as herbs, bacon, or diced vegetables, to create unique and flavorful variations. Enjoy these muffins freshly baked or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence.
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