Walk into Little Loaf at 2/390 South Terrace, South Fremantle on any given morning and you’ll likely spot our Halloumi Muffin disappearing from the cabinet faster than most other items on display.
It’s not your typical sweet breakfast muffin, and that’s exactly the point. It has become a genuine favourite among regulars who want something savoury, satisfying, and a little different to start their day, and it’s earned a loyal following since we introduced it to the counter.
Between the salty bite of the cheese and the soft, fluffy texture of the muffin itself, this bake brings a savoury option to a menu that’s usually dominated by sweet treats. So what actually makes the Halloumi Muffin so worth trying?
A good Halloumi Muffin starts with getting the balance right between the batter and the cheese itself. Ours is made with a savoury base batter, generous chunks of halloumi folded through, and a few herbs and a touch of chilli to round out the flavour without overpowering the cheese.
The halloumi is baked in rather than added afterwards, which means it partially melts through the crumb as it cooks, creating little pockets of salty, chewy cheese throughout rather than just on top. That’s the detail that separates a proper Halloumi Muffin from a plain muffin with a bit of cheese sprinkled over it.
Halloumi is a semi-hard brined cheese that originated in Cyprus, known for having a much higher melting point than most other cheeses — according to Wikipedia’s entry on halloumi, this unusual melting behaviour is part of what makes it so versatile for grilling, frying, and baking.
Most cheeses would simply dissolve into a batter and lose their texture completely, but halloumi keeps its bite even after time in the oven. This is exactly what gives the Halloumi Muffin its signature texture, and part of why it has such a distinct mouthfeel compared to a standard cheese muffin made with cheddar or parmesan.
| Component | What It Adds |
|---|---|
| Savoury Batter Base | Creates a soft, light and fluffy texture |
| Baked Halloumi | Adds deliciously salty, chewy pockets of cheese |
| Fresh Herbs | Brings an extra layer of aromatic flavour |
| A Touch of Chilli | Adds a gentle warmth without overpowering the dish |
At 2/390 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162, we bake our Halloumi Muffin fresh in-house every morning, alongside the rest of our bakery range.
We wanted a savoury option that felt just as considered as our sweet items, and this was the result of testing different ratios of cheese to batter until we landed on something that delivered flavour in every bite rather than just around the edges. It’s become one of those items regulars specifically ask about when it’s not on the counter that day.
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Our Halloumi Muffin has a noticeable savoury, salty character from the cheese, but it’s balanced with the soft batter and herbs, so it’s flavourful without being overwhelming.
Yes, our Halloumi Muffin is vegetarian-friendly, making it a good savoury option for customers who don’t eat meat.
Yes, just ask our team when ordering and we’re happy to warm your Halloumi Muffin before serving.
The Halloumi Muffin is part of our regular bakery rotation, though as with all our baked goods, availability can vary depending on the day and how early you visit.
There’s a subtle touch of chilli in our Halloumi Muffin, but it’s mild enough that it complements the cheese rather than dominating the flavour.
