Tomato Mini Cupcakes with Egg Filling
Origin of the recipe
This light and vibrant recipe is a perfect example of German cuisine, where simple ingredients are transformed into exquisite appetizers. The name "Brot zum Toasten" (bread for toast) in the video hints at its roots. These mini muffins are perfect for a holiday table or as a quick snack.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
For the base
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White bread
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Butter
For the filling
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Boiled eggs
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Mayonnaise
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Dill
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Garlic
For assembly and feeding
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Tomatoes
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Lettuce leaves
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Parmesan cheese
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Green onions
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Salt
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
- Bowl
- Plate
- Pan
- Grater
- Fork or spoon
- Glass or round cutter
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Use a cookie cutter to cut out round shapes from slices of white bread.
Step 2:
Heat a frying pan, add butter, and melt. Fry the bread slices on both sides until golden brown.
Step 3:
Place lettuce leaves on a large platter to create a beautiful base.
Step 4:
Cut the tomatoes into slices.
Step 5:
Spread each bread circle with cream cheese.
Step 6:
Place a tomato slice on each bread circle and place on a bed of lettuce leaves.
Step 7:
Grate the boiled eggs on a fine grater.
Step 8:
Place finely chopped dill and crushed garlic in a bowl with the eggs. Add the mayonnaise and mix all the ingredients with a fork until smooth.
Step 9:
Salt and season the tomatoes on the bread slices. Top with a spoonful of the egg filling.
Step 10:
Sprinkle each mini muffin with grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 11:
Garnish with green onion rings. Serve immediately.
Cooking tips
- For a crispier base, use slightly toasted bread.
- To prevent the tomatoes from making the bread too soft, you can lightly salt them and let them sit for 5 minutes, then pat dry with a paper towel.
- Instead of Parmesan, you can use any hard cheese or even grated Cheddar cheese.
- For a piquant flavor, add a pinch of mustard or a drop of lemon juice to the egg filling.
- If making ahead, assemble the mini muffins just before serving to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
- You can garnish it not only with green onions, but also with fresh parsley or basil.
- For a festive table, you can make mini-muffins of different sizes using several molds.
