Savory Pumpkin & Feta Muffins: My Kitchen Chaos Story (Print Version)
These savory muffins are pure comfort food! Pumpkin, feta, and a hint of spice—perfect for a cozy meal. My kitchen chaos included, obviously.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
02 -
1/2 cup milk (whole milk)
03 -
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
→ Dairy Delights
05 -
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
→ Flavor Boosters
06 -
1 tsp ground cumin
07 -
1/2 tsp ground coriander
08 -
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
→ Make It Special
12 -
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Chop chives.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, coriander, cayenne, and oregano.
03 -
Whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, and feta.
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Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Add chives and nuts (if using).
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Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overmix the batter for tender muffins. If out of chives, green onions or parsley work. Flaky sea salt on top before baking elevates the flavor. Room temp storage for 2 days or fridge for 4 days.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Muffin tin
02 -
mixing bowls
03 -
whisk
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 25g
Protein: 5g