Description
These cornbread muffins are soft, moist, and lightly sweetened, making them the perfect side for chili, soups, or a comforting snack. They’re easy to prepare and bake in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 cup (120g) yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup (135g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk, at room temperature (any kind)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C) and grease a 12-count muffin pan or line with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour, cornmeal, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar together.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and milk together.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 17–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Muffins freeze well for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or reheat in the microwave.
- Buttermilk substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can use a DIY version with milk and vinegar or lemon juice.
- Add-ins: You can add corn kernels, jalapeños, or shredded cheese for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
