Sour Cream and Herb Muffins

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Sour Cream and Herb Muffins
45 min.
12
177kcal

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If you're looking to brighten up your morning meal or brunch with a delightful twist, look no further than these Sour Cream and Herb Muffins! These light, fluffy muffins are not only vegetarian but also packed with the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs that make them a standout choice for any breakfast table.

Imagine biting into a warm muffin, its golden top tantalizingly crisp, revealing a soft, moist interior filled with the rich tastes of basil, dill, marjoram, and chives. The subtle tang of sour cream and buttermilk brings a delightful creaminess that perfectly complements the herbaceous notes, making each bite both satisfying and refreshing.

Perfectly portioned into 12 servings, these muffins are easy to share with family and friends or a great companion for solo enjoyment with your morning coffee or tea. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, you can whip up a batch of these delicious muffins and have them ready to serve warm on a busy morning.

Whether you're hosting a brunch gathering or simply indulging in a cozy breakfast at home, these Sour Cream and Herb Muffins are sure to impress. Their gorgeous golden hue and aromatic fragrance will fill your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and the satisfying texture of this unique baked good!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 12 servings butter melted
  • cup buttermilk 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • teaspoons marjoram fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • 2.3 cups unbleached all purpose flour 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Butter 12 standard-size (1/3-cup volume) muffin cups or line cups with muffin papers.
  2. Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl to blend well.
  3. Whisk buttermilk, eggs, sour cream and oil in medium bowl to blend; whisk in herbs and lemon peel. Stir buttermilk mixture into flour mixture. Divide batter among prepared cups.
  4. Brush tops lightly with melted butter.
  5. Bake muffins 20 minutes.
  6. Brush tops with butter. Continue baking until golden on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 15 minutes longer. Turn muffins out onto rack.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein9.8%
Fat45.96%
Carbs44.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.83
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.8573913289153%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.75kcal
8.84%
Fat:9.01g
13.86%
Saturated Fat:4.05g
25.34%
Carbohydrates:19.51g
6.5%
Net Carbohydrates:18.81g
6.84%
Sugar:1.29g
1.43%
Cholesterol:46.78mg
15.59%
Sodium:425.87mg
18.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.32g
8.65%
Selenium:11.49µg
16.41%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.28%
Folate:49.89µg
12.47%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.77%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.59%
Phosphorus:79.26mg
7.93%
Calcium:78.86mg
7.89%
Iron:1.38mg
7.65%
Vitamin K:7.95µg
7.57%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.15%
Vitamin A:275.64IU
5.51%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.27%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.31%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.08%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Fiber:0.7g
2.81%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.53%
Copper:0.05mg
2.45%
Magnesium:9.59mg
2.4%
Potassium:78.18mg
2.23%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.79%
Source:Epicurious