Savory Muffins with Prosciutto

Here is a recipe for delicious savory muffins with prosciutto, perfect for an aperitif or a tantalizing appetizer.

Ingredients

• 150 g of flour
• 100 ml of milk
• 50 ml of extra virgin olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 100 g of prosciutto, cut into strips or cubes
• 80 g of grated cheese (parmesan, pecorino, or others as per your taste)
• 1 sachet of baking powder for savory preparations
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• Aromatic herbs to taste (e.g. rosemary, thyme, oregano)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin by lining the individual cavities with paper cups or by greasing and flouring them.

2. In a large bowl, mix the flour with the baking powder, a pinch of salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.

3. In another bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and oil, then stir well to obtain a homogeneous mixture.

4. Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.

5. Fold in the grated cheese, strips of prosciutto, and chopped aromatic herbs. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.

6. Fill the muffin cups to 3/4 of their capacity with the batter.

7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven and cook for about 20-25 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden.

8. Do the toothpick test: insert it into the center of a muffin, if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.

9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Curiosity

Savory muffins are a variant of the more common sweet muffins and can be customized with a variety of ingredients, from prosciutto as in this case to grilled vegetables, different cheeses, and cold cuts. They are ideal for picnics, buffets, or as a quick snack. The use of prosciutto adds an extra Italian touch to the recipe, enriching it with the unique flavor of naturally cured ham.