Vegetable and Hazelnut Cheese Muffins
These savoury vegetable and hazelnut cheese muffins combine grated hard cheese, carrots and ground hazelnuts in a tender, golden bake. The Thermomix TM7 grinds the hazelnuts and grates the cheese in seconds, then blends the batter evenly for a consistent crumb. Ideal as a snack, lunchbox treat or party bite, with a gently spiced, nutty flavour.
About this recipe
Vegetable and hazelnut cheese muffins Thermomix TM7 recipes bring a savoury twist to your baking routine. These golden muffins pair nutty hazelnuts with mature hard cheese and sweet grated carrot, creating a moist crumb with a gentle kick of cayenne. If you have been searching for lunchbox snack recipes or savoury baking ideas for your all-in-one kitchen machine, this is a rewarding place to start. The TM7 handles the laborious steps for you: the hazelnuts are ground fresh so their oils and aroma stay intact, the cheese is grated uniformly so it melts evenly through the batter, and the wet ingredients are blended into a silky base in moments. Serve these muffins warm at a weekend brunch, pack them into school or office lunchboxes, or offer them as a party bite with a dollop of herb butter. They also freeze well, making them a smart make-ahead option for busy weeks when you still want something homemade and satisfying.
Preparation tips
- Toast the hazelnuts with their skins in a dry pan before grinding to deepen the flavour; the TM7 releases their oils better when they are warm, giving the muffins a richer, more aromatic crumb.
- Fill the muffin cases only about two-thirds full so the batter can rise evenly without spilling over; a scoop or ice-cream spoon helps portion the thick cheese batter consistently.
- For a kid-friendly version, omit the cayenne pepper and swap half the carrot for grated courgette; the cheese keeps the flavour familiar while the vegetables stay discreetly hidden in the crumb.
Recipe variations
- Make a lactose-free variation by replacing the milk with a plant-based alternative such as oat or almond drink and using a mature lactose-free hard cheese; the hazelnuts and carrot keep the muffins moist and full of flavour.
- For a festive autumn version, add a pinch of ground nutmeg and a handful of toasted pumpkin seeds on top before baking, and replace half the carrot with grated pumpkin for a seasonal orange colour and sweetness.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding hazelnuts with their skins to a fresh, aromatic meal takes the Thermomix just seconds, ready for the muffin batter.
- Add hard cheese to the bowl and the TM7 grates it into uniform shreds that melt evenly through every savoury muffin.
- Weigh the plain flour directly into the mixing bowl and the TM7 scale shows the exact amount, saving separate measuring.
- The Thermomix mixes eggs, milk and sunflower oil into a smooth, lump-free base before the flour is folded in.
- Let The TM7 chops the carrots into fine, even pieces in moments, so the batter bakes with a consistent moist texture.
Ingredients
- medium-hard cheese
- carrots
- hazelnuts, with skin
- sunflower oil
- milk
- medium eggs
- plain flour
- baking powder
- fine sea salt
- ground cayenne pepper (optional)