Here’s a delicious, savory recipe for Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Potato Muffins — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a healthy snack. They’re soft inside, crispy outside, and packed with flavor.
🥔 Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Potato Muffins
Ingredients (Makes 12 muffins)
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1 cup grated zucchini (squeeze out excess water)
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1 cup grated potato (raw or parboiled, squeeze excess water)
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for extra flavor)
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 green onions, chopped
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp paprika (optional)
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2–3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing tops)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with oil.
2. Prepare vegetables
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Grate zucchini and potato.
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Place each in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture to avoid soggy muffins.
3. Mix ingredients
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In a large bowl, combine zucchini, potato, Parmesan, cheddar, garlic, green onions, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Beat the eggs lightly and stir into the mixture.
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Add flour and mix until everything comes together.
4. Fill muffin tin
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Scoop the mixture into the muffin cups, pressing slightly to compact.
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Brush the tops with a little olive oil or melted butter for crispiness.
5. Bake
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on top.
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Optional: Broil the tops for 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
6. Serve
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Let cool 5 minutes before removing from the tin.
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Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or breakfast treat.
🌟 Tips & Variations
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Add herbs: thyme, parsley, or rosemary for extra flavor.
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Spicy version: add ¼ tsp chili flakes.
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Make it gluten-free: substitute flour with almond flour or oat flour.
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Cheesy topping: sprinkle extra Parmesan before baking for a crunchy top.
If you want, I can also make a mini muffin version for parties or a low-carb version with almond flour instead of regular flour.