Mediterranean Cheese Muffins with Feta & Olives
These savory muffins are packed with Mediterranean flavors, including cheese, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes. They stay moist and fresh for days, making them a perfect make-ahead snack or lunchbox addition.
- Prep15 min
- Cook25 min
- Total40 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings12
These savory muffins are a fantastic way to enjoy all the flavors of the Mediterranean in a portable, handheld form. The combination of cheddar, feta, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted peppers creates a cheesy, tangy, and slightly sweet bite.
The secret to their soft texture is mixing the batter just enough to combine, without overworking it. They bake up golden and crusty on the outside while staying tender and moist inside. Perfect for picnics, school lunches, or as a quick snack any time of day.
Ingredients
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F/350°F. Lightly grease a 12-hole standard muffin tin with butter or oil spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently about 8 times—just until the flour starts to moisten. The batter will still be lumpy.
- Add the shredded cheddar, crumbled feta, sliced olives, sun-dried tomato strips, chopped roasted peppers, and sliced green onions. Fold the mixture with a spatula using no more than 7 big stirs to incorporate everything without overmixing.
- Divide the thick batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. The batter should fill each cup slightly mounded.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown, crusty on top, and spring back lightly when pressed in the center.
- Let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
💡 Tips
- For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- You can substitute the feta with crumbled goat cheese or omit it for a milder flavor.
- These muffins freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature and reheat in the oven.
Inspired by a recipe from RecipeTin Eats