Ripe Olive Popcorn Muffins

Savor the savory side of baking with these irresistible Ripe Olive Popcorn Muffins—a unique twist on traditional muffins that combines the unexpected crunch of finely chopped popcorn with the briny depth of ripe black olives. Perfectly balanced with rich Parmesan cheese and a light yogurt-based batter, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and delightfully textured. Quick and easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, they bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, a snack, or even a side dish for soups and salads. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these savory muffins are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for olive lovers and adventurous bakers alike, this recipe will elevate your muffin game with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Popped popcorn (unsalted, finely chopped)
• 0.5 cups Ripe black olives (pitted and chopped)
• 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cups Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly with cooking oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped popcorn, chopped ripe black olives, and grated Parmesan cheese to the dry ingredients. Stir to coat the popcorn and olives evenly with flour.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, Greek yogurt, eggs, and olive oil until smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy but fully combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with a few crumbs attached.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	904 grams (904.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2208

Total Fat 104.30g	134%
Saturated Fat 22.90g	115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 421mg	140%
Sodium 3592mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 251.10g	91%
Dietary Fiber 25.10g	90%
Total Sugars 15.00g
Protein 73.50g	147%

Vitamin D 163IU	813%
Calcium 718mg	55%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 1176mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 44.9%