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    Home » Recipes » Italian Recipes

    Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins

    Published: Nov 27, 2019 · Modified: Aug 19, 2022 by Andrea

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    Make these Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins for a great grab-and-go snack or make-ahead lunchbox option - Super fluffy, packed with flavors and no butter or eggs required!

    I like to prepare these irresistible beer muffins during the weekend, so that I have a quick snack on hand for the week ahead. 

    They’re bold in flavour, savoury, and extra cheesy.  

    From all the savoury muffins I tried, these are probably my favourites. It must be the umami-rich Italian Parmigiano Reggiano (aka parmesan cheese). And of course, the beer.

    These Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins are a great grab-and-go snack or make-ahead lunchbox option - Super fluffy, packed with flavors, vegetarian and no butter or eggs required! Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    I've used the Ambrata from Menabrea, a well-known and one of the most ancient breweries in Italy.

    The Ambrata is a well-balanced craft beer with a nice depth, marked floral fruitiness and a slightly bitter undertone.

    You can really taste its delicious flavour in the muffins. It also works well for meat marinades and of course, on its own served super chilled.

    I have made the muffins with extra virgin olive oil. But they work well with the same amount of melted butter, so use whichever you prefer.

    You could also add a handful of chopped fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) to the mixture if you feel like it. And if you don't like Parmesan cheese (seriously?!), try mature cheddar or your favourite hard cheese.

    How to Make Beer Muffins

    These awesome cheesy parmesan beer muffins only require one bowl and take 5 minutes to throw together.

    Ready in just 20 mins, they're a total breeze to prepare!

    hand folding into a bowl spring onion, together with the dry mixture for the beer muffins

    Start by mixing the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Then add freshly chopped spring onions.

    hand pouring the beer into the muffin mixture

    Now fold in the extra-virgin olive oil, followed by the beer. Give it a good mix and divide the mixture in the prepared muffin tin. Bake in the oven for about 18-20 minutes.

    Before you know there will be a big batch of fully flavoured beer muffins on your table, all ready in less than half an hour!

    If you’re looking for an easy treat to freeze and put into lunch boxes during the week, these muffins freeze beautifully.

    They also make a handy choice for a quick vegetarian (but you'll need to swap the cheese for a parmesan-style vegetarian hard cheese) lunch or a snack to take on with you on a day out.

    These Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins are a great grab-and-go snack or make-ahead lunchbox option - Super fluffy, packed with flavors, vegetarian and no butter or eggs required! Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    Did you make this recipe?

    Please let me know how you liked it! Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thepetitecook! Looking at your pictures always makes me smile *and super hungry*!

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    Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins

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    These Cheesy Parmesan Beer Muffins make a great happy hour snack or make-ahead lunchbox option - Super fluffy, packed with flavours and no butter or eggs required!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time18 mins
    Total Time23 mins
    Course: Baking
    Cuisine: American-Italian
    Serving: 6
    Author: Andrea Soranidis

    Ingredients

    • 225 g all purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
    • 100 g parmesan cheese, grated, plus additional cheese cubed for topping
    • 2 spring onions, finely sliced
    • 3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
    • 6 oz beer
    • cooking oil spray

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 180C/350F and spray the muffin tin with cooking spray.
    • In a large bowl combine all the dry ingredients and cheese. Fold in chopped spring onions and olive oil. Then pour in the beer and stir until just combined.
    • Pour the prepared batter into muffin tin, filling about ¾ of the tin. Add extra cubed cheese on top of each muffin.
    • Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until the muffins have raised and a toothpick insert in the center comes out clean.
    • Serve immediately or slightly chilled. Freeze them individually for later use, for up to three months.
    Did you try this recipe? Tag @thepetitecook or use the hashtag #thepetitecook - Looking at your pictures makes my day!

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

     

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    Comments

    1. Sarah Trivuncic, Maison Cupcake says

      September 21, 2016 at 3:01 pm

      I adore savoury muffins, don't think I've ever come across any with beer! Sounds awesome!

      Reply
    2. Kate Veggie Desserts (@veggie_desserts) says

      September 21, 2016 at 2:40 pm

      I love the sound of these cheesy beery muffins! The beer sounds really nice - I'll keep an eye out for it and I'm glad it's veggie/vegan.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 22, 2016 at 9:14 am

        It's a lovely beer 🙂 It's just a bit tricky to find around in UK!

        Reply
        • Simon says

          October 19, 2016 at 4:31 pm

          Andrea, depends on where you are, we have it bottled and on draught in Lincolnshire

          Reply
          • Andrea says

            October 19, 2016 at 9:44 pm

            Thank you for the tip Simon! Another great reason to visit Lincolnshire soon 🙂

            Reply
            • Simon says

              October 20, 2016 at 12:06 am

              see my twitter pic https://twitter.com/praisethelard_1/status/788404950011379713/photo/1

    3. Amanda | My Gluten-Free Miami says

      September 21, 2016 at 1:58 pm

      With Oktoberfest upon us, I've been looking at ways to incorporate beer into recipes. I would be making a gluten-free version. These sound great!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 22, 2016 at 9:17 am

        Sounds great! Let me know how the gluten-free version turns out, I will give it a try myself 🙂

        Reply
    4. Kristine says

      September 21, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      Oh my gosh! What delicious looking muffins! My husband and I were just talking about Oktoberfest and pretzels and beer themed things, I'm going to make these for him! Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    5. Bintu (@recipespantry) says

      September 21, 2016 at 12:59 pm

      How light and fluffy do these look? Bet they taste amazing. I may have to spread them with butter 🙂

      Reply
    6. Platter Talk says

      September 21, 2016 at 12:57 pm

      Oh! I'm all in on these!!! Love this recipe and the flavors are all "right up my street" : )
      Thank you.

      Reply
    7. immaculatebites says

      September 21, 2016 at 12:35 pm

      Oh Boy! Beer and cheese ? what a great pairing ! Would be curious to know how it tastes like. YUM!

      Reply
    8. Chris Mosler says

      September 21, 2016 at 11:54 am

      I have one or two beery cheese fans who would love these! I'll be replacing the parmesan with a good vegetarian cheddar but otherwise we're good to go! I'm delighted to read that Birra Menabrea is suitable for veggies and vegans, hoorah!

      Reply

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