Cheese Cupcakes

12 servings

40 minutes

Cheese muffins are a delicate and aromatic treat from Italian cuisine, combining a crispy crust and soft cheesy flavor. This recipe, inspired by Mediterranean baking traditions, is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a cozy tea time. The base is hard cheese that reveals its rich taste when baked, while kefir adds lightness to the dough. The mild spiciness of green onions adds freshness, and baking soda ensures the perfect structure. Muffins can be served as a standalone dish or as an addition to soups and salads. They are convenient to take on the go or serve at festive tables. Easy to make, they will surely become a favorite among cheese and pastry lovers!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 80.8
• Proteins: 4.8g
• Fats: 4.5g
• Carbohydrates: 5g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Hard cheese: 160 g
• Wheat flour: 4 tbsp
• Kefir 2.5%: 200 ml
• Green: to taste
• Soda: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Grate the cheese on a fine grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Hard cheese: 160 g

2. Crack an egg into the cheese and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

3. Next, pour in the kefir, add the chopped green onion, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 2.5%: 200 ml
   • Green:  to taste

4. Sift the flour with baking soda into the cheese-kefir mixture and mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
   • Soda: 0.5 teaspoon

5. Let the dough sit for 20-30 minutes for the flour to swell and the baking soda to react with the kefir.

6. After that, pour into molds (if the molds are not silicone or Teflon, grease them with vegetable oil) and bake in a hot oven at 220–240 degrees for 25–40 minutes until a golden crust forms on top.