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My kids love these cornbread muffins so much that I’m constantly swatting their hands away from the bread basket so they don’t fill up before the main course. Baking at dinnertime might seem ambitious, but these are super-easy to prepare. You can whip up the batter in ten minutes, and I usually serve them instead of a starch.
Pair them with seafood, BBQ chicken, ribs, beef chili, or chicken tortilla soup. And try to save a few—leftovers are delicious for breakfast, reheated and slathered with honey butter or jam.
What You’ll Need To Make Cornbread Muffins
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the wet ingredients. Begin by whisking the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the honey and milk and whisk to combine.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: Combine wet and dry. Add the egg mixture and the melted butter to the dry ingredients.
Step 4: Finish the batter. Whisk until the mixture is smooth with no lumps.
Step 5: Prepare to bake. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full. I think it’s easiest to use a muffin scoop.
Step 6: Bake and cool. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are set and golden. Note that they will not dome. Cool the muffins for a few minutes in the pan, then serve warm with softened butter. The muffins are best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Cornbread Muffins
Makes 12 muffins
Total Time: 30 minutes
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3/4 cup milk (preferably whole but low-fat works too)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray. (I prefer to use non-stick cooking spray so the muffins get nice and crisp on the edges.)
In a medium bowl, break up the eggs with a whisk. Whisk in the honey, and then the milk. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk mixture and the melted butter to the dry ingredients. Whisk until just blended. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are set and golden. (Note that the muffins will not dome.) Cool the muffins for a few minutes in the pan, then serve warm.
Notes
If you’d prefer to make this as cornbread rather than muffins, spray an 8-in (20-cm) square pan with non-stick cooking spray and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes.
Freezing Instructions: Cornbread muffins taste best when served right out of the oven, but can be frozen in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. Thaw for 3 to 4 hours on the countertop before serving. To reheat, wrap them in aluminum foil and warm in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven until hot. Alternatively, heat muffins in the microwave at 50 percent power for 30 to 45 seconds, or until just hot; do not overheat or muffins will get tough.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (12 servings) Calories: 216kcal, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 53mg, Sodium: 305mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 12g
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