Delicious Spanakopita Muffins: A Healthy Twist
These delicious spanakopita muffins offer a healthy twist on the classic Greek dish, combining the flavors of feta cheese, spinach, and dill in a convenient muffin form.
Equipment
- muffin tin
- mixing bowls
- spatula
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup crumbled Greek feta cheese
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin Greek olive oil
- ⅔ cup frozen chopped spinach thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, feta cheese, olive oil, spinach, dill, and egg until well blended.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring to create a batter.
- Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of batter into each muffin cup.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Ensure spinach is properly thawed, drained, and squeezed dry to avoid excess moisture in the muffins.