Chef Bihi Muffins with Serrano Ham, Mozzarella, and Green Asparagus Topping
Ready to embark on a culinary adventure? Let’s dive into a delightful recipe that is not only easy to make but also packed with flavor. These muffins topped with Serrano ham and mozzarella, enhanced by a refreshing green asparagus topping, are perfect for any occasion—be it an appetizer or a brunch dish. Get your Philips Airfryer ready; it’s time to impress!
Recipe Information
- Servings: 9 muffins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Muffins
- 2 eggs
- 100g melted butter
- 1 drizzle of olive oil
- 4 slices of Serrano ham
- 10g baking powder
- 225g all-purpose flour
- 120 ml milk
- A pinch of salt
- 6 mini balls of mozzarella
- 100g grated Parmesan cheese
For the Topping
- 4 green asparagus
- 150g cream cheese
- 1 sprig of tarragon
- A pinch of salt
- Several grinds of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your Philips Airfryer to 180°C (356°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter. Add a drizzle of olive oil and mix well.
- Stir in the Serrano ham (chopped), baking powder, and flour until combined.
- Slowly incorporate the milk and a pinch of salt to create a smooth batter.
- Fold in the mini balls of mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Spoon the mixture into muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Cook in the Airfryer for 25 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the muffins are baking, prepare the topping: steam the green asparagus until tender.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with chopped tarragon, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Once the muffins are baked and slightly cooled, top them with the cream cheese mixture and a piece of steamed asparagus.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the Serrano ham with another type of cured ham if needed. For a vegetarian option, omit the ham altogether.
Recipe Tips
To elevate the flavor, try adding herbs like basil or chives to the cream cheese topping. Additionally, serve the muffins warm for the best taste!
Nutritional Information
Each muffin approximately contains 180 calories, 12g of protein, 12g of fat, and 15g of carbohydrates.
This recipe is translated from the blog: Leslie En Cuisine.
