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    home » Recipes » Lunchbox Recipes

    Ham and veggie muffins

    Published: Mar 2, 2019. Modified: Oct 24, 2020By:Kylie·This post may contain affiliate links·

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    ham and veggie muffins

    When it comes to lunchboxes, I'm super keen to get as much veg in there as possible. These ham and veggie muffins are no different. They really pack in the veggies and are also quite high in protein- which is great for getting kids through the school day.

    ham and veggie muffins

    Just as you can't run a car without any fuel, kids need fuel to get them through the school day. But not just any fuel, lunchboxes full of junk will fill them up, but they won't get them running to their full potential. So here's what I do: I aim to up the protein, lower the sugar and basically avoid crap.

    ham and veggie muffins

    No-one wants a classroom full of tired cranky little so and so's in the classroom in the afternoon- been there done that! I've written before about how you might be packing heaps of stuff, but not the right stuff, so if that interests you, check out my article about packing smarter, not bigger here.

    ham and veggie muffins
    ham and veggie muffins

    The great thing about these muffins is although they are packing protein in, the kids tend not to notice because all the other flavours help to mask it. They can easily become the "main event" of lunchtime as they are basically everything a kid needs for lunch!

    ham and veggie muffins

    I'm lazy, something which you benefit from because you can mix these ham and veggie muffins all in one bowl, get them baked and then get them into lunchboxes, or freeze them. They freeze really well and defrost well in the lunchbox too.

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    If you're looking for other savoury muffins for the lunchbox, I've put together a list of our favourites, to help you get some baked and in the lunchbox this week! Today's recipe is just below.

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    Let's get cooking!

    ham and veggie muffins

    Ham and veggie muffins

    These delicious ham and veggie packed muffins are full of veggies and protein, designed with getting kids through the school day in mind! Great for the lunchbox.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: lunchbox
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 18 muffins
    Calories: 116kcal
    Author: Kylie
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    Ingredients

    • 2 large zucchini grated
    • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
    • 50 g ham cut into slivers
    • 1 cup grated cheese
    • 1 handful baby spinach thinly sliced
    • 1.5 cups self raising flour
    • 1 cup milk
    • 3 eggs
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and grease and flour 1 18 hole muffin tin (or use a silicone one).
    • In a bowl combine the zucchini, corn, ham, cheese, spinach.
    • Add in the flour and mix briefly.
    • Add the eggs, milk and olive oil.
    • Fold through until just mixed.
    • Spoon evenly among the muffin holes.
    • Bake for 25 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
    • Allow to cool in the muffin tray for 10 minutes.
    • Put on a wire rack to cool completely.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 214mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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    1. Chryssy says

      May 28, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      Hey these sounds amazing! Can I just ask.. how long can you keep these in the fridge/freezer for and can these be heated up and if so what’s the best/safest way to do this? Thank you from the UK! 🙂

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      • Kylie says

        May 31, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        I keep in the freezer for max 3 months and I defrost either in the fridge or I zap them in the microwave for about 40 seconds if I forget.

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    2. Lyndal Morse says

      January 31, 2020 at 8:25 am

      Can the cheese be replaced for a dairy free kiddo? If so, with what please?

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      • Kylie says

        February 17, 2020 at 6:11 pm

        you could try grated tofu- or dairy free cheese.

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    3. Maria says

      January 22, 2020 at 1:40 am

      Sorry but how much is1.5 cup in grams approx. Don’t have that kind of cup.

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