Potato & Spinach Muffins 🥔🌿🧀✨
Golden, savory muffins made with mashed potatoes, spinach, mozzarella, and herbs—soft inside with a crunchy breadcrumb topping. Perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients đź›’
- 3 potatoes
- Salt, to taste
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Olive oil, for sautéing
- 200 g spinach, chopped
- 2 eggs
- Italian herbs, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 120 g mozzarella, grated
- Spring onions, chopped
- Breadcrumbs, for binding and topping
Instructions 👩‍🍳
- Prepare potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender. Mash with a little salt and set aside.
- Sauté veggies: In a pan, heat olive oil. Cook onion until soft, then add spinach. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until wilted.
- Mix batter: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, spinach mixture, eggs, mozzarella, and spring onions. Stir well. Add breadcrumbs until mixture holds together.
- Fill muffin tin: Grease or line a muffin tray. Spoon mixture into cups, pressing lightly. Sprinkle extra breadcrumbs on top for crunch.
- Bake: Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm as a snack or side dish.
Tips 🌟
- Extra flavor: Add grated Parmesan or cheddar for a richer taste.
- Variation: Mix in cooked bacon bits or mushrooms for a twist.
- Serving idea: Pair with sour cream or yogurt dip.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: ~50 minutes
- Servings: 8–10 muffins
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Potato & Spinach Muffins—savory, cheesy, and golden 🥔🌿🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add bacon or keep them vegetarian?”
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