Cornbread Muffins
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Forget the box! This homemade cornbread muffin recipe is quick, easy, and delivers the most tender, perfectly sweet cornbread you’ve ever tasted.
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.
“Let me tell you, this recipe is perfect. My picky family loved them and my hubby almost ate the whole pan.”
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.
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Ingredients
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- ¾ cup yellow cornmeal
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¾ cup milk (preferably whole but low-fat works too)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°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 ¾ 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°F (175°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°F (175°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
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I have to make a lot of cornbread muffins for a party and I want to make them ahead of time. Can I make these and freeze them and then serve them at room temperature? Thank you.
Sure, Gigi, they freeze nicely. Enjoy!
My family, who are not fans of cornbread, loved these! Thank you! Finally, something that everyone in our family can agree upon.
Easy, tasty recipe. Very impressed
Hi! I’m looking for a cornbread muffin that I can use and actually stuff the muffin with a shredded bbq bed brisket😋 Do you think I might be able to add to this recipe to include the muffin having this in the middle?
Hi Daniele, I wouldn’t recommend it with these muffins. The batter is pretty liquidy and I think the brisket would either sink to the bottom or make the muffins soggy. Sorry!
Is there a specific brand or type of corn meal that you all prefer to use to make this recipe?
Hi Martina, I use either Indian Head or Quaker, but the brand doesn’t matter much here. Hope that helps!
can we cook polenta muffins the day before???
These are best right out of the oven, but will keep on the countertop for a few days. Hope you enjoy!
This is a great recipe, the bread is light and moist. This is definitely my go to recipe from now on
I made cornbread last night using the recipe on the box of cornmeal. I figured if a company sells cornmeal, wouldn’t their recipe be better than most? Nope! Dry and flavorless! I am thrilled to have found this recipe! This morning I made this to go with my chili. My husband and sons loved it! My husband requested that I print this recipe and add it to my cookbook. Already did haha! I was concerned about using a whole stick of butter, but they’re not greasy or overly fattening. 9 grams of fat per muffin isn’t too bad. I added some honey and cinnamon to some softened butter to spread on these and WOW! Thank you so much for your recipe!
Alternately, I want to make 6 big ones! How would you adjust cooking time for that?
They should take 20 – 25 minutes – just keep an eye on them!
Hi Jenn-
We adore this cornbread muffin recipe! It is truly the best! I’m going to be taking them to a large bbq and thought mini muffins would be nice. Do you have any suggestions on how I should alter the cooking time?
Glad you like them! Mini muffins should take 12 – 15 minutes in the oven.