Asparagus Sour Cream Muffins Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Sour Cream Muffins

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• Green Asparagus
• 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese (optional)

How to Make Asparagus Sour Cream Muffins

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Toss 1 cup trimmed asparagus spears with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a baking dish.
3. Roast for 10 minutes, until slightly tender.
4. Let cool slightly, then chop asparagus into ½-inch pieces.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
6. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
7. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
8. Stir in 1 cup sour cream and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
9. Pour the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
10. Fold in the chopped asparagus.
11. Fill prepared muffin tins about ¾ full.
12. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese (optional).
13. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
14. Let cool in the muffin tins for a few minutes before serving.