It’s a spread-or-die situation here! My love for Marmite is so deep, I’d slather it on my dreams if I could. These lip-smacking creations are a feast for any food fanatic’s bucket list! Enter the timeless duo of cheese and marmite—a pairing so iconic it deserves its own fan club. Seriously, it’s un-brie-lievably good!
Diving into a jar of Marmite lore, let’s toast to Justus von Liebig, the mastermind behind this divisive delight. Who knew a yeast extract could spread so much joy (and debate) across the breakfast table?
Eating glue Marmite stands out for its flavor, which is particularly salty and sticky. The show’s catchphrase, “Cherish it or loathe it,” reflects this distinct preference.
In British culture, the object’s name is commonly used as an analogy for something popular or can arouse powerful emotions. Here they are, some entertaining Marmite recipes you will enjoy!
Marmite Breakfast Popovers
You’re missing out if you’ve never had a breakfast popover. Particularly with its Marmite-like twist…
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 1 tablespoon flour |
| – 1 egg |
| – 2 tablespoons cottage cheese |
| – Marmite (to taste) |
| – Sliced ham, chopped |
| – Mushrooms, chopped |
| METHOD |
| 1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, egg, cottage cheese, and a drizzle of Marmite. Whisk together. |
| 2. Stir in the sliced ham and chopped mushrooms. |
| 3. Heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Spoon the mixture into the pan to make 5 popovers. |
| 4. Cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side until crispy. |
| 5. Remove from the pan and enjoy! |
Marmite Peanut Butter Chicken Satay
A cluckin’ tasty recipe for chicken satay, using Marmite Peanut Butter for that extra umami twist.
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 2 small chicken breasts |
| – 2 tbsps Marmite crunchy peanut butter |
| – 2 tbsps coconut milk |
| – 2 tbsps sweet chilli sauce |
| – 1 small red chilli |
| – 1/4 bunch coriander |
| – 2 heads pak choi |
| – 1 lime |
| METHOD |
| 1. Slice the chicken breasts into 6-8 strips. Alternatively, for a vegetarian option, use The Vegetarian Butcher ‘What the Cluck’. |
| 2. In a bowl, mix together the Marmite Peanut Butter Crunchy, coconut milk, and sweet chilli sauce. Set aside half of this mixture in a pot for dipping later. |
| 3. Coat the chicken strips with the remaining peanut butter mixture and thread them onto skewers. Allow them to marinate for 1 hour. |
| 4. After marinating, drizzle a bit of oil over the skewers and cook them in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius for 12-15 minutes or until cooked and piping hot. Alternatively, grill them on a barbecue over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side until cooked thoroughly. |
| 5. While the chicken is cooking, steam the pak choi. |
| 6. To serve, place the cooked chicken on top of the steamed pak choi. Garnish with chopped coriander and sliced red chili. Serve with the reserved dipping sauce and a lime wedge. Enjoy! |
Marmite & Peanut Butter, Banana Smoothie
The perfect Marmite Peanut Butter blend. You’re going to love it!
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen |
| – 2 tablespoons Marmite & peanut butter (30 g) |
| – 1 tablespoon 0% fat Greek yogurt |
| – 100 ml semi-skimmed milk or milk alternative |
| – 3 dates, pureed (optional) |
| METHOD |
| 1. In a bowl, mix the sliced frozen banana and Marmite & Peanut Butter until softened. Place this mixture into a blender. |
| 2. Add the remaining ingredients to the blender. |
| 3. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth. |
| 4. Serve immediately and enjoy! |
Marmite & Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl
Marmite Peanut Butter with sweet fruity goodness. What’s not to love?
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 1 ripe banana, sliced (frozen for a thicker texture) |
| – 2 tablespoons Marmite & peanut butter (30 g) |
| – 2 scoops vanilla ice cream (Swedish Glace for vegan and dairy-free) |
| Toppings |
| METHOD |
| 1. In a bowl, mix the sliced frozen banana and Marmite & Peanut Butter until softened. Transfer this mixture to a blender. |
| 2. Add the two scoops of vanilla ice cream (Swedish Glace for a vegan and dairy-free option) to the blender. |
| 3. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. |
| 4. Serve immediately and top with your choice of toppings, such as fresh berries, chia seeds, coconut flakes, nuts, or granola. Enjoy! |
Marmite & Peanut Butter American Pancakes With Caramelized Apples
Try this Marmite Peanut Butter and caramelised apple recipe for a pancake recipe with umami crunch.
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| INGREDIENTS |
| Batter |
| – 200 grams self-raising flour |
| – 1.5 tablespoons baking powder |
| – 1 tablespoon golden caster sugar |
| – 3 large eggs, beaten |
| – 200 milliliters semi-skimmed milk |
| – 20 grams melted butter |
| – 1 teaspoon oil for frying |
| Toppings |
| – 3 – 4 tablespoons Marmite crunchy peanut butter |
| – 25 grams butter |
| – Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced |
| – 1 teaspoon cornflour blended with 60 ml water |
| – 25 grams dark soft brown sugar |
| – 100 grams raspberries |
| METHOD |
| 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, baking powder, and golden caster sugar. |
| 2. Whisk in the beaten eggs, semi-skimmed milk, and melted butter until the batter is smooth. |
| 3. Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan and drop a large tablespoon of batter to make each pancake, approximately 7-8cm in diameter. |
| 4. Cook until the underside is golden brown, and small bubbles appear on the surface (about 1-2 minutes). Flip the pancakes and cook until the other side is golden brown. Repeat until all the batter is used. |
| 5. In a saucepan, melt butter, add apples, and cook, stirring constantly, for 5-6 minutes until the apples are almost tender. |
| 6. Add cornflour blended with water and sugar to the apples, then bring to a simmer for 2 minutes, stirring until thickened. Stir in raspberries. |
| 7. To serve, spread pancakes with Marmite Crunchy Peanut Butter and top them with the apple and raspberry mixture. Enjoy! |
Cheesy Marmite Crumpets With Crispy Bacon
Cheesy crumpets are even more delicious with Marmite-y mushrooms and crispy bacon. This is a breakfast to remember.
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 2 crumpets |
| – Marmite |
| – Grated cheese |
| – 2 rashers of bacon |
| – Sliced mushrooms |
| METHOD |
| 1. Spread Marmite over the crumpets and top them with a generous amount of grated cheese. |
| 2. Place the crumpets under the grill until the cheese is melted and bubbling. |
| 3. Meanwhile, fry the bacon over medium heat until it’s crispy. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan with a little Marmite for extra flavor. |
| 4. Serve up your delicious Marmite and cheese-topped crumpets alongside the bacon and mushrooms. Enjoy your quick and savory meal! |
Marmite And Cheese Whirls
Swirly rolls of cheesy, marmite-y deliciousness. You won’t want to miss out on these…
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 320 grams sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry |
| – 10 grams Marmite |
| – 100 grams cheddar cheese, grated |
| – 1 egg |
| METHOD |
| 1. Preheat the oven to 220℃. Roll out the sheet of puff pastry and place it on a chopping board. |
| 2. Spread a thin layer of Marmite evenly over the entire surface of the pastry. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the Marmite. |
| 3. Roll the pastry up lengthwise, and use a little egg wash to seal the ends together. |
| 4. Slice the pastry roll into 1.5cm thick slices. Place the slices on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper. |
| 5. Brush a little egg wash over each swirl for a golden finish. |
| 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and puffed up. |
| 7. Remove from the oven, let them cool slightly, and then dig in to enjoy these delicious Marmite and cheese swirls! |
Marmite Peanut Butter Baked Oats
A Marmitey, peanut twist on the viral baked oats TikTok recipe.
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 75 grams porridge oats |
| – 1 egg, beaten |
| – 1 tablespoon Marmite peanut butter |
| – 1 tablespoon maple syrup |
| – 1/4 tablespoon baking powder |
| – 50 millilitres milk |
| METHOD |
| 1. Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender. |
| 5. Once baked and set, remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and enjoy your quick and delicious Marmite peanut butter oat bake! |
| 3. Grease an 8oz baking dish and pour the mixture into it. |
| 4. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes. |
| 5. Once baked and set, remove from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, and enjoy your quick and delicious Marmite peanut butter oat bake! |
Cheesy Baked Eggs With Marmite
We’ll take baked eggs any day of the week. But throw in some Marmite and cheese, and… oh my.
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| INGREDIENTS |
| – 120 grams butter |
| – 20 grams plain flour |
| – 350 ml milk |
| – 100 grams mature cheddar cheese, grated |
| – Marmite |
| – 4 eggs |
| – 4 slices of bread |
| METHOD |
| 1. Preheat the oven to 180℃. |
| 2. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the plain flour. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, and cook for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens. Add 80 grams of grated cheese and stir until it’s completely melted into the sauce. |
| 3. Drizzle Marmite into the bottom of 4 ramekins and top with the cheese sauce. |
| 4. Crack one egg into each ramekin and sprinkle the remaining grated cheese on top. |
| 5. Place the ramekins on the middle shelf of the oven and bake for 20 minutes. |
| 6. Once done, remove from the oven and devour your delicious Marmite and cheese baked eggs! |
In conclusion, these quick and easy recipes featuring Marmite as a key ingredient demonstrate the versatility of this unique spread. From savoury snacks like Marmite and cheese crumpets to hearty meals like Marmite and cheese baked eggs, these dishes offer a flavour that Marmite enthusiasts will love.
In just a few minutes of preparation, you can create delightful dishes perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you’re looking for a savoury twist on classic recipes or simply craving the bold and distinctive taste of Marmite, these recipes have you covered.
So, the next time you’re in the mood for something deliciously different, try these Marmite-inspired creations. They’re proof that with a little creativity, a jar of Marmite can elevate your culinary adventures to new and exciting heights.
