Description
Mini Cornbread Muffins are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, offering crispy edges and a fluffy interior. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any gathering, from lively barbecues to intimate family dinners. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, you can add your favorite mix-ins to create a unique twist on this classic recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups until two-thirds full. Optionally, add cheese or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg