Savour The Bakes With These 6 Utterly Delicious Recipes
Image Credit: From tarts to pies, your sweet treats can be turned into savouries quite easily.

The chills in the air and the cold winds blowing past your face are signs that you’ve officially entered the winter season. While it’s still dark outside, you might just want to snuggle yourself in the blanket for a few more minutes to get that extra ounce of sleep. In the evenings, you would be looking for a comforting mug of hot chocolate and a slice of cake to dig in. Since you are looking for all things hot and soft, baking becomes an ideal way to welcome the season. The smell of freshly-baked goods like cakes, pies and tarts feels like a warm hug in the winter chills. 

While you’re prepping for that gooey chocolate cake batter and frosty cupcakes, how about some savouries to balance the sweetness? Yes, you read that right. In fact, you don’t need to go elsewhere looking for savoury options because you can bake a savoury cake or tart too. From onions to garlic and cheese, a whole lot of ingredients can go into the making of these savoury treats. 

For instance, breads. While a slice of apple or banana bread can be a heavenly bite, the garlic and parmesan-infused breads can be a great option to try too. Here are some of the savoury bakes that you can delish this winter season and bring about a nice change to your winter menu palate. 

1.  Quiche Lorraine 

This one is no new fusion dish but an age-old French classic from the district of Lorraine. The cheesy quiche-like pie is stuffed with bacon, eggs and cheese and baked till it gets golden brown. The moment you break into the quiche, cheese oozes out meshed with slices of eggs and bacon. 

2.  Savoury Muffins 

While on the outside, these might look like your usual muffins, it is only when you bite into it do you realise how cheesy they are. From grated cheese to zucchini and chives, the muffins are not just a snack but a wholesome meal too. 

3.  Garlic Scones 

Inherently a sweet treat that is filled with all things sugary and nice, these scones take a little de-tour from the sugar lane. Infused with the strong flavours of garlic, the scones are filled with cheese and savoured as a tea-time snack. 

4.  Country Chicken And Corn Pie 

Wait till you break into this huge savoury pie, you’ll be in for a surprise. Diced chicken with sweet corn and some veggies is stuffed into the pie. The soft fillings of the inside complement the crust of the pie really well. 

5.  Savoury Rosettes 

Finely sliced potatoes twirled in the shape of rose are baked till they turn crisp. These crispy snacks are then served with a mustard and tomato dip. 

6.  Savoury Tarts 

Take some bacon, cheese, shallots and celery and mix it to make a nice tart stuffing. Bake the tarts and your savoury treats are ready.