Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

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Zucchini muffins in air fryer are an easy, quick savory recipe that is perfect for any occasion-from savory breakfast to appetizers to office schiscuit. Made with grated zucchini, eggs, skyr (or Greek yogurt), Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, these muffins turn out fluffy, light and full of flavor, thanks in part to the addition of poppy seeds and an aromatic spicy note of pepper. Baked in an air fryer in less than 20 minutes, they are butterless and ideal for those looking for a healthy, nutritious and ready-to-eat snack in no time. Try them also as vegetarian finger foods for buffets and appetizers-they will win everyone over with their softness and irresistible aroma. Find out below how to prepare them step by step!

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 9 oz/260 g zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
• 12 basil leaves
• 3.5 fl oz/100 ml neutral oil
• 3.5 oz/100 gr skyr (or Greek yogurt)
• 3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup/140 gr flour
• 2 tsp/9 gr baking powder
• Poppy seeds to taste
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste

Materials

• Grater
• Single-portion molds
• Bowl
• Cutting board
• Knife

Preparation

• Step 1:

  

  Step 1 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Wash the zucchini thoroughly, trim the ends and grate them with a large-hole grater. Set them aside and let them rest.

• Step 2:

  

  Step 2 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Beat eggs in a bowl, add grated Parmesan cheese, skyr (or Greek yogurt), seed oil, salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.

• Step 3:

  

  Step 3 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Add the baking powder and flour (a little at a time) to the mixture and mix with a spatula until smooth and lump-free.

• Step 4:

  

  Step 4 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Add the grated zucchini and finely chopped basil, stirring to mix all ingredients well.

• Step 5:

  

  Step 5 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Grease the muffin molds with nonstick spray (an essential step to unmold them smoothly), then pour in the batter, filling them 2/3 of their height. Sprinkle the surface with poppy seeds.

• Step 6:

  

  Step 6 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Bake zucchini muffins in an air fryer at 350°F/180°C for about 15 minutes, until golden brown and puffy.

• Step 7:

  

  Step 7 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before unmolding and serving. This helps keep them firm and prevent breakage.

• Step 8:

  

  Step 8 - Zucchini muffins in air fryer: the light and fluffy recipe

  Zucchini muffins in air fryer are ready!

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