Baking · serves 2

Courgette Muffins

Grated courgette disappears entirely and leaves them damp. Nobody has to know.

45 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 250g plain flour
  • 150g brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 250g courgette, grated
  • 120ml sunflower oil
  • 120ml milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 80g walnuts, chopped

Method

  1. Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, cinnamon and salt.
  2. Grate the courgette straight in — don't wring it out, that moisture is doing the work.
  3. Oil, milk and vanilla in, stirred briefly.
  4. Walnuts folded through.
  5. Cases three-quarters full. 180°C for 25 minutes.

Questions people ask about Courgette Muffins

How long does Courgette Muffins take?

About 45 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What is the one thing to get right in Courgette Muffins?

Grate the courgette straight in — don't wring it out, that moisture is doing the work.

What can I use instead of maida in Courgette Muffins?

Use plain atta for a denser, nuttier result, or a 50/50 mix if you want to keep some lift.

Can I make Courgette Muffins ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Courgette Muffins vegetarian?

Yes, it is vegetarian. It is not vegan as written because it contains dairy; swap the dairy for a plant alternative and the rest of the method is unchanged.

Do I need an oven for Courgette Muffins?

Yes, this one needs an oven. If you do not have one, look at the no-oven filter on the baking page: eleven of the bakes here are built for a cooker, a pan or the fridge.

What do you serve with Courgette Muffins?

On its own, warm, with tea or coffee. Baking is chemistry, so scale it by weight rather than by eye: double every quantity, use a tin with roughly double the area, and expect to add ten minutes or so. Judge it by the skewer, not the clock.

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