Here’s a quick and delicious Cheesy Garlic Muffin Bites recipe—perfect for snacks, parties, or alongside soup 🧄🧀🧁
🧄 Cheesy Garlic Muffin Bites (12–16 bites)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove garlic, minced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mix of cheddar + mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a mini muffin pan.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
- Stir in shredded cheese (and optional herbs).
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter.
- Combine:
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
- Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Fill muffin pan:
- Spoon batter into prepared mini muffin cups, about ¾ full.
- Bake:
- 15–18 minutes, or until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Serve warm:
- Best served warm with soups, salads, or as a snack.
🔄 Variations
- Spicy: Add ¼ tsp cayenne or finely chopped jalapeños.
- Herby: Add rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning.
- Cheese mix: Use a combination of sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella for extra flavor.
- Garlic butter glaze: Brush warm muffins with melted butter and minced garlic after baking for extra garlicky flavor.
💡 Tips
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Mini muffin pans give perfect bite-sized pieces; standard muffin pans work too (bake 20–25 min).
- Let cool slightly before removing from pan to prevent sticking.
I can also give a one-bowl, ultra-fast 10-minute prep version that’s perfect if you want these cheesy bites on the table really quickly. Do you want that version?
