Moist, colorful, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, these savory red and green pesto muffins are perfect for an appetizer, picnic, or light lunch served with a fresh salad. Combining Benso Pesto Genoveseand Benso Pesto Rosso , and a generous drizzle ofBenso Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, they offer a wonderfully soft texture and rich, authentic taste. A healthy, delicious snack that's easy to prepare and sure to be enjoyed by the whole family.
Ingredients (8 muffins)
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- 3 eggs
- 80 ml milk
- 6 cl ofBenso Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 100 g grated cheese (Comté or Parmesan)
- 100 g of Benso Pesto Genovese
- 100 g of Benso Pesto Rosso
- A few sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- A handful of pine nuts (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a muffin tin with a little Benso olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Add the eggs, milk, and olive oil, then whisk until the batter is smooth.
Add the grated cheese and divide the dough into two equal parts. Incorporate the Benso Pesto Genovese into one half and the Benso Pesto Rosso into the other. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the red pesto batter and, if desired, mix the pine nuts into the green pesto batter.
Divide the two mixtures between the muffin tin cavities, alternating the colors to create a delicious assortment of red and green muffins. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. They are equally delicious served warm or at room temperature.
Benso Tip
Serve these muffins with a spoonful of Benso spreads or sauces for an extra burst of flavor. To add a fresh, slightly tangy finish, drizzle a little Benso Natural Balsamic Cream over the muffins just before serving. They pair beautifully with a crisp green salad or as part of a Mediterranean-style appetizer platter.
Bon appétit !