Cornbread Muffins
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This easy cornbread muffin recipe makes tender, buttery muffins with crisp golden edges and just the right amount of sweetness.
When my kids were growing up, they loved these cornbread muffins so much that I was constantly swatting their hands away from the bread basket so they wouldn’t fill up before the main course. Thankfully, they couldn’t be easier to make—the batter comes together in about ten minutes, and the oven does the rest.
They’re especially good alongside beef chili, oven pulled pork, red beans and rice, or baby back ribs. And if you have a few left over, they’re delicious for breakfast, warmed up and slathered with honey butter or jam.
“These were quick to put together and bake all while cooking dinner. They came out light and delicious. I’ll never use packaged mix again!”
What You’ll Need To Make Cornbread Muffins
The ingredients for these cornbread muffins are simple pantry staples. A combination of flour and cornmeal gives them a tender crumb, while sugar and honey add just the right amount of sweetness. Whole milk, eggs, and melted butter add richness and moisture.
How To Make Cornbread Muffins
Mix the wet ingredients: Begin by whisking the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the honey and milk and whisk to combine.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Combine wet and dry: Add the egg mixture and the melted butter to the dry ingredients.
Finish the batter: Whisk until just combined and no lumps remain. Once the batter is smooth, stop mixing so the muffins stay nice and tender.
Fill the pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin pan, filling each about three-quarters full. I think it’s easiest to use a muffin scoop.
Bake and cool: Bake for about 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 three-quarters 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
This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in fresh produce, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe. Furthermore, different online calculators provide different results depending on their own nutrition fact sources and algorithms. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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I would love to make these corn muffins today but I can’t use dairy products due to allergies. Can I use margarine in place of butter and soy or almond milk in place of whole milk ?
Yes and yes – enjoy!
Turned out very well though I prefer a sweeter muffin. Contrary to the directions mine domed about 3/4 of an inch.
Delicious! Rather similar to Jiffy cornbread muffins but infinitely better. Loved them.
Hi Jenn,
I was asked to bring dinner rolls or corn bread to a dinner party. So I made both of your recipes. I used the corn bread muffin recipe. My husband and I dislike corn bread. BUT When this was out of the oven, we split one and were amazed at how good it was.
I am amazed at how often I am praised for your recipes. It’s almost embarrassing to cook this well. As I’ve said before, I made a giant binder, and I’ve easily made over 100 of your recipes, everyone perfect. Thank you again!
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I have been unhappy with the cornbread recipes I have tried. Now I am happy. Very happy. This recipe deserves all the accolades it’s getting. Thank you.
These turned out great, however mine did “dome”? What did I do wrong? Followed the recipe as written.
Glad you liked them! Using a little extra flour can create more of a dome. Did you use the spoon and level method to measure the flour? Even a few extra ounces can make a difference. This article/video explains it nicely.
Thanks Jen! I most likely didn’t do that , but will next time!
I’ve gone through a few cornbread recipes and after making this one tonight, my family agrees THIS one will be the recipe I add to my recipe box!! Superb!
Do you think I could add jalapeno and cheddar to this recipe?
Yep definitely! I’d go with 1 cup Cheddar and 1 jalapeno.
Only cornbread muffin recipe you will ever need. Didn’t alter a thing, perfect as is!
Hi. I have made this recipe before and it great!! Do you think that can prepare all of the ingredients today, Saturday, then store them in a sealed container to bake on Thursday? I was going to bake them today and freeze them until Thursday, but I think they’re better right out of the oven. Thank you.
Hi Elizabeth, Glad you like them! It won’t work to refrigerate the batter as the muffins won’t rise well when you go to bake them. If you’d like, you can mix the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet in another, and then combine them and proceed with the recipe when you’re ready to bake them.