Discover the perfect blend of flavors and textures in these Savory Egg Muffins, featuring a rich mix of herbs, cheese, and a hidden surprise of soft-boiled eggs inside. This recipe combines the softness of baked muffins with the delight of creamy, soft-boiled eggs, making it an ideal choice for a unique breakfast or brunch treat.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Unique Combination: Soft-boiled eggs encased in a flavorful, herb-infused muffin.
- Versatile Ingredients: Blend of cheeses and herbs creates a delightful taste.
- Perfect for Any Meal: Great for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.
- Customizable: Easily adaptable to include or exclude the eggs.
Ingredients:
- Eggs: 4 for the batter, 6-8 for boiling
- Sour Cream or Plain Yogurt: 3/4 cup
- Vegetable or Olive Oil: 1/2 cup
- Flour: 2 cups
- Baking Powder: 2 tsp
- Baking Soda: 1/4 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Sugar: 1/4 tsp
- Garlic Powder: 1/2 tsp
- Red Pepper Flakes: 1 tsp
- Cheese Mixture (Asiago, Parmesan, Mozzarella): 1 cup, shredded
- Green Onions: 3, finely sliced
- Dill Sprigs: 5-6
- Fresh Basil: 1 tbsp
- Roasted Red Peppers: 1/4 cup, chopped
For the Soft Boiled Egg:
- Lemon Juice: 1 tbsp
Instructions:
- Boil 1 inch of water in a saucepan; add eggs and lemon juice. Simmer for 4 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to ice water, then peel and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, garlic powder, red pepper flakes.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures, folding gently.
- Fold in cheese, green onions, basil, dill, and roasted peppers.
- Butter a muffin tin. Pipe 1/4 cup batter into each hole.
- Dust boiled eggs with flour, make a well in each muffin, and place an egg inside. Cover with more batter.
- Top with extra cheese and red pepper flakes.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden.
- Cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Enjoy these savory muffins for a delightful and surprising meal!
Note: The recipe yields 7 egg muffins and 4 plain muffins, but you can adjust the number as desired.
