🧁 Zucchini, Potato, Carrot & Cheese Muffins
🥕 Ingredients (Makes 12 Muffins):
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1 medium zucchini, grated
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1 small potato, peeled and grated
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1 medium carrot, grated
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1 cup (100g) grated cheese (cheddar or tasty cheese works great)
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1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour (can substitute with whole wheat flour)
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp ground black pepper (optional)
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup (60ml) olive oil or melted butter
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½ cup (120ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
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Optional add-ins: chopped parsley, spring onions, or a pinch of paprika
🥣 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line or grease a 12-hole muffin tin.
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Grate the vegetables: Place grated zucchini, potato, and carrot in a clean towel and squeeze out excess moisture. This prevents soggy muffins.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, and milk until well combined.
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In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
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Fold in the grated vegetables and cheese. Add any optional herbs or spices.
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Spoon mixture evenly into muffin tins. Fill each cup about ¾ full.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let cool for 5–10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
✅ Tips:
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These muffins freeze well. Store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
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Great served warm with a spread of butter or cream cheese.
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Add cooked bacon bits or chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a flavor boost.
Would you like a version that’s gluten-free or egg-free?