Classic Cornbread Muffins Recipe 🌽🧁
Description: Fast, easy, and tasty — perfect with a stew or chili. These classic cornbread muffins also freeze well. Originally discovered in an older Bonnie Stern cookbook, this recipe has stood the test of time.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 3/4 cup | Cornmeal |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 cup | White sugar |
| 1 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 cup | 1% low-fat milk |
| 1/4 cup | Unsalted butter |
| Optional toppings: Chopped jalapenos, red pepper, tinned corn kernels, cheddar cheese |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Prepare Muffin Tin: Spray muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with paper muffin cups.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg. Then, add the milk and melted butter. (Note: If using normal butter, adjust the amount of salt accordingly.)
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just blended. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
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Add Optional Ingredients: For added flavor and texture, you can mix in chopped jalapenos, red pepper, and/or tinned corn kernels to the batter at this stage.
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Fill Muffin Pans: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pans, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
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Add Toppings: If desired, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the muffins before baking for an extra savory touch.
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Bake: Place the muffin pans in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these classic cornbread muffins warm or at room temperature.
These versatile muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for soups, stews, or chili. With their delightful texture and flavor, they’re sure to become a staple in your recipe collection! 🌽🧁
