Cornmeal Muffins Recipe

These irresistible cornmeal muffins, inspired by a classic Southern recipe, are incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor! Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food – perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon snack. Fluffy, slightly sweet, and with a delightful cornmeal texture, these muffins are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 172.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Cornmeal Muffins

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How to Make Cornmeal Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and buttermilk until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, sugar, and baking soda.
  4. Add the dry ingredients (salt, sugar, baking soda, cornmeal, and flour) to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

7g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cornmeal Muffins?

Cornmeal Muffins takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cornmeal Muffins?

Cornmeal Muffins has approximately 172.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cornmeal Muffins?

The key ingredients for Cornmeal Muffins are Oil, Eggs, Buttermilk, Salt, Sugar, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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