Description
These Garlic Asparagus Muffins redefine what a savory snack should be, offering a perfect balance of tender asparagus and roasted garlic, providing professional-grade flavor and a moist texture.
Ingredients
1.5 cups Fresh Asparagus, chopped
4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
2 cups Whole Wheat or GF Flour
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Large Eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt, Plai
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
Sea Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin ti
- Finely chop asparagus and mince garlic. Optionally, sauté garlic and asparagus in olive oil for 3 minutes
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper
- In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, eggs, yogurt, and honey, whisking until smooth
- Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients gently until combined, then fold in asparagus and garlic
- Fill muffin tin cups about three-quarters full and bake for 18 to 22 minutes
- Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Notes
Use fresh asparagus for the best texture.
For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt.
Careful with excess water in asparagus to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 22 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg