The process is beautifully straightforward, so let’s get these delightful savory bites mixed and into the oven without delay.
First things first, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners—whichever you prefer.
In a large bowl, bring together all the dry ingredients: the 2 cups (240g) of all-purpose flour, the 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Give them a good whisk to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Now, let’s introduce the wet ingredients. In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup (60ml) of olive oil and the 1 large, lightly beaten egg. Then, pour in the 3/4 cup (180ml) of milk and mix until just combined.
Pour the wet mixture directly into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to gently fold the ingredients together—remember, with muffins, it’s crucial not to overmix! Mix just until you see that most of the flour has disappeared. A few lumps are perfectly fine; in fact, they help keep things tender.
Now for the best part: adding the flavor boosters! Gently fold in the 1 cup (140g) of grated Gruyère cheese, the 1/2 cup (70g) of chopped cooked ham, the 1/4 cup (40g) of chopped fresh chives, and the 1/2 cup (75g) of corn. Mix only until they are scattered throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among your 12 prepared muffin cups; they should be about two-thirds full.
Pop the tin into your preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. Bake them for 18 to 20 minutes. You’ll know they are perfectly done when they are beautifully golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Once baked, carefully remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These savory muffins are proof that wholesome food doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. They are fantastic right out of the oven, but honestly, they taste just as wonderful the next day. Go ahead and give this recipe a try—I promise they’ll elevate your snack game immediately! Let me know how much your family loves these!
