Cheesy Red Muffins with Olives and Tomato

Red Muffins (Muffin Rossi)

Category: Appetizers
Servings: 12

These savory red muffins are the perfect blend of rich tomato, aromatic herbs, and melty cheese, making them an ideal choice for appetizers or a snack. Packed with the flavor of Parmigiano Reggiano and Edamer, along with the tanginess of concentrated tomato paste, they bring a delightful twist to traditional muffins. Let’s take a step-by-step journey to create these delicious treats!

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients
   Start by slicing the pitted black olives into rings. Then, cut the Edamer cheese into small cubes. These will add texture and flavor to your muffins.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them well with a hand whisk. Gradually add the room-temperature milk to the beaten eggs, followed by the vegetable oil. Whisk together vigorously to ensure the mixture is smooth and well combined.

3. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients
   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Slowly add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, a little at a time, using a spoon to incorporate it without creating lumps. Keep mixing until the batter is smooth and homogenous.

4. Add Flavor
   Stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and the cubed Edamer cheese, ensuring the cheeses are evenly distributed throughout the batter. Season the mixture with oregano, salt, and black pepper, giving it one final stir to combine.

5. Fill the Muffin Cups
   To fill the muffin tin, you can either use a disposable piping bag or a spoon. If using a piping bag, fill each paper muffin liner with the batter, leaving about 1 cm from the top to allow room for the muffins to rise during baking. If you prefer to use a spoon, carefully transfer the batter into the muffin cups in the same way.

6. Bake
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F), and place the muffin tin in the center of the oven. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve
   Once baked, remove the red muffins from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. These savory treats are perfect warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Approximate values based on the ingredients provided

These savory muffins will not only impress your guests with their rich flavor and texture, but they’ll also add a touch of elegance to your appetizer table. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or served at room temperature for a delicious treat!