Zucchini and Bacon Mini Loaves
Makes 1 tin | Serves 8 muffins
Ingredients
Muffin Mix
Buckwheat Savoury Muffin Mix
Just Add…
2 eggs 60g, lightly whisked
125ml milk of choice
125g melted butter, OR 92g (100ml) olive oil
1 grated zucchini (slice off 8 thin rounds prior to grating)
1 cup diced bacon (save a little to top each muffin)
100g grated cheese (plus extra for topping)
Smoked paprika (optional)
Optional Extras
Smoked paprika
Butter to serve
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 190°C on bake setting.
2. Spray and line an 8 mini loaf baking tray.
3. Combine dry mix and additional ingredients in a medium bowl.
4. Fold well.
5. Scoop serves evenly across muffin tray.
6. Top with a small amount of bacon, cheese and a round of zucchini.
7. Sprinkle with smoked paprika (optional).
8. Bake for 18-20 mins or until the loaves are starting to brown on top and the centre springs backwhen lightly pressed.
Allow cooling for 5 mins in the tin.
Nutritional Benefits
Buckwheat is a gluten-free 'pseudo cereal' that provides high levels of protein and other essential minerals.
These loaves are a great lunchbox filler, post-workout snack or healthy afternoon treat.
