Chorizo & Egg Savoury Muffins recipe

Name: Chorizo & Egg Savoury Muffins
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 120g Chorizo; 4 Egg; 100g Cheddar Cheese; 150ml Milk; 180g Self-raising Flour; 1 tsp Baking Powder; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 20g Butter

A rich, savoury breakfast muffin packed with smoky chorizo, melted cheese and fluffy egg. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or a quick brunch on the go.

35 min · Easy · British Jump to method

Ingredients

6 servings

120g Chorizo
4 Egg
100g Cheddar Cheese
150ml Milk
180g Self-raising Flour
1 tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
20g Butter

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	467 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbohydrates	30 g
Fat	28 g
Saturated fat	13 g
Fibre	1.1 g
Sugar	2.2 g
Sodium	740 mg

Why this works

A savoury, energy-dense muffin with good protein and calcium, but relatively high in saturated fat and sodium due to the chorizo, cheddar and added salt.

Protein and calcium. Eggs, cheddar and milk provide a useful amount of protein plus calcium for bone health.

Sodium concern. Chorizo and the added salt make this recipe relatively high in sodium, so it may not suit a low-salt diet.

Saturated fat. Cheddar, chorizo and butter contribute a substantial saturated fat load per serving.

Method

Preheat the oven to 190°C (Fan 170°C, 374°F, Gas Mark 5). Grease a 6-hole muffin tin or line with paper cases.
Slice the chorizo into small pieces and cook in a dry frying pan for 2–3 minutes until it releases its oils and starts to crisp. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until well combined.
Sift the self-raising flour and baking powder into a large mixing bowl, then stir through the cheese and chorizo.
Pour in the egg mixture and fold gently until just combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
Divide the mixture evenly between the muffin holes.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until risen, golden and set in the centre.
Leave to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or pack for later.

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