Muffins with sorrel and pine nuts

6 servings

45 minutes

Muffins with sorrel and pine nuts are an exquisite blend of Italian traditions and bold flavor combinations. Inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, they feature the light tartness of sorrel, the tenderness of cottage cheese, and the nutty depth of pine nuts. Parmesan adds a savory note, while lemon juice refreshes the taste. These muffins make a great option for breakfast or a snack and perfectly complement a cozy tea time. Their airy texture and rich aroma will make them a favorite treat for connoisseurs of unconventional flavor pairings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 260.6
• Proteins: 16g
• Fats: 17.4g
• Carbohydrates: 9.7g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 300 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 2.5 tbsp
• Sorrel: 1 bunch
• Wheat flour: 3 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Pine nuts: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Pass the cottage cheese through a sieve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 300 g

2. Blanch the sorrel in boiling water for 1 minute, dry it, and chop finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sorrel: 1 bunch

3. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees.

4. Beat the eggs with vegetable oil, add cheese and the juice of half a lemon. Whisk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sift the flour and gradually mix it into the egg-oil mixture, kneading until there are no lumps.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 2.5 tablespoons
   • Lemon: 0.5 piece
   • Wheat flour: 3 tablespoons

5. Add cottage cheese. Knead well. Add sorrel and nuts. Knead well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 300 g
   • Sorrel: 1 bunch
   • Pine nuts: 2 tablespoons

6. Grease muffin molds with butter, fill them 2/3 full, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons