Cheesy Asparagus Caper Muffins

Skip the sweets and try this versatile savory cheesy asparagus caper muffins recipe with herbs and sharp Cheddar cheese — great for brunch or dinner.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 188 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 3 tablespoons drained capers
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup finely chopped green onions
• 0.75 cup chopped fresh asparagus
• 0.75 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 0.75 teaspoon ground thyme

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.

Step 2

Place asparagus in a microwave-safe bowl with a small amount of water; cover the bowl with a microwave-safe cover. Microwave on high, in 30 seconds intervals, just until tender. Drain asparagus; set aside to cool.

Step 3

Whisk flour, marjoram, thyme, baking powder, baking soda, black pepper, and salt together in a large bowl; set aside. Beat egg in a separate bowl; beat in buttermilk, melted butter, and olive oil. Stir in Cheddar cheese, green onions, capers, and asparagus. Stir buttermilk mixture into flour mixture just until dry ingredients are moistened.

Step 4

Divide batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each ⅔ full.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted near centers comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 3 to 5 minutes; serve warm.