Best 5 Savory Cheddar Zucchini Muffins Recipes

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These savory cheddar zucchini muffins are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a combination of shredded zucchini, sharp cheddar cheese, and a variety of herbs and spices, giving them a moist and flavorful texture. The muffins are also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and everyday ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a hearty snack, these savory cheddar zucchini muffins are sure to satisfy.

In addition to the classic savory cheddar zucchini muffins, this article also features two additional variations:

- Spicy jalapeño cheddar zucchini muffins: For those who like a little heat, these muffins are made with diced jalapeños and a blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
- Sweet corn and zucchini muffins: For a sweeter muffin, these muffins are made with fresh corn kernels and a touch of honey.

All three of these recipes are incredibly delicious and easy to make, so be sure to give them a try!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ZUCCHINI CHEDDAR CHEESE SAVORY MUFFINS



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These zucchini cheddar cheese savory muffins are super delicious, moist and full of flavor.

Provided by Elena Tomasi

Categories     Muffins

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
2½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup minus 1½ tablespoon (220 ml) skim milk (you can use whole milk)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4.6 oz. (130 g) grated zucchini
3.5 oz. (100 g) reduced fat cheddar cheese (grated)
1 spring onion (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C) and grease a muffin pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper and set aside.
  • Whisk the milk, egg, and oil together. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just incorporated.
  • Stir in the zucchini, cheddar cheese, spring onion and thyme with a wooden spoon until evenly dispersed.
  • The batter will be very thick, it's ok.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin (about ¾ full) and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the tops are just golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the zucchini cheddar cheese savory muffins to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before removing.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 kcal, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, Fat 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 313 mg, Fiber 1.2 g, Sugar 1.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAVORY CHEDDAR ZUCCHINI MUFFINS



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I developed this recipe when I had an abundance of zucchini and wanted a muffin to have with a chicken dinner. These savory muffins are great as a quick breakfast too! They're a hit even with those who think they don't like zucchini!

Provided by Pam Ziegler Lutz

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup butter, melted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded unpeeled zucchini
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, stir together the butter, egg, milk, zucchini, and garlic until well blended. Mix the flour mixture into the milk mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring between additions, until the flour mixture is incorporated. Fold in the Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and crumbled bacon, and pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow muffins to cool slightly before removing from muffin cups; serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 444.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SAVORY ZUCCHINI MUFFINS



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A nice change from the traditional sweet zucchini muffin, this recipe utilizes zucchini, onion, garlic, roasted red pepper, and sun-dried tomatoes, resulting in a moist, savory muffin that's perfect at breakfast, lunch, or dinner time! You can sprinkle with a little shredded parmesan before baking, if you like.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 ½ cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
¼ cup chopped roasted red pepper
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup cornmeal
½ cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs
½ cup light sour cream
½ cup milk
¾ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
1 tablespoon olive oil
⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 16 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the onion and garlic in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and remove from heat; transfer to a food processor. Add the zucchini and roasted red pepper to the tomato mixture; pulse the mixture several times until finely chopped.
  • Stir the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano together in a bowl.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until fluffy using an electric mixer; beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the sour cream, milk, hot pepper sauce, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Stir half the flour mixture into the butter mixture until almost incorporated; add the rest of the flour mixture and stir a few times just to mix. Stir in the zucchini mixture. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups until nearly full. Sprinkle each muffin cup with about 1 teaspoon of shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • Bake the muffins in the preheated oven until golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 43.5 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 292 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

ZUCCHINI CHEDDAR MUFFINS



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These Cheddar Zucchini Muffins are so soft, moist and flavorful. They are made with fresh zucchini and extra sharp cheddar for full flavor.

Provided by lyuba

Categories     Breakfast     Snack

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup bread flour
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
2 oz extra sharp cheddar
1 oz extra sharp cheddar (for topping)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350° and grease a muffin pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flours, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Mix and set aside.
  • Whisk eggs, oil and sour cream together. Add to the dry ingredients and whisk until just incorporated.
  • Add shredded zucchini and mix well. Add 2 oz of shredded cheese and whisk until all evenly combined.
  • Divide the batter between the muffin cups and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 409 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZUCCHINI CHEDDAR MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, black pepper, sugar, large eggs, buttermilk, unsalted butter, zucchini, carrot, shredded cheddar cheese, chives

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup (240 ml) milk mixed with 1 teaspoon white vinegar
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, or olive oil
1 cup zucchini, shredded
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
¼ cup chives, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
  • Make the batter: In a large bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and sugar. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and butter.
  • Add the zucchini, carrot, cheddar cheese, and chives the egg mixture and stir to combine.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and fold to combine, being careful not to overmix.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, divide the batter between the muffin cups, filling almost completely.
  • Sprinkle more cheddar cheese on top of the muffins.
  • Bake for 18 minutes, rotating the muffin tin halfway through baking, until browned on top and a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes before removing the muffins from the tin. Serve or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition, per muffin - Calories: 182, Total fat: 10 grams, Sodium: 433 mg, Total carbs: 17 grams, Dietary fiber: 3 grams, Sugars: 2 grams, Protein: 7 grams

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh zucchini. Grating zucchini releases moisture, so it's important to use fresh zucchini that hasn't been sitting around for too long. If you don't have fresh zucchini, you can use frozen zucchini that has been thawed and squeezed dry.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the muffins tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups almost to the top. This will help the muffins rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help the muffins rise quickly and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help the muffins hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Savory cheddar zucchini muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their moist texture, cheesy flavor, and hints of zucchini, these muffins are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Remember to use fresh zucchini, don't overmix the batter, fill the muffin cups almost to the top, and bake the muffins at a high temperature for a short amount of time. With these tips, you'll be able to make perfect savory cheddar zucchini muffins every time.

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