Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins Recipe

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins! A delightful twist on classic cornbread, these muffins burst with tart cranberries and a subtly sweet cornmeal flavor. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a delightful brunch treat. Serve warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of whipped honey for an extra touch of decadence.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 105.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins

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How to Make Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease and flour the tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornmeal, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white, 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about ⅔ full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 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.
  8. Serve warm with butter or whipped honey.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

2g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins?

Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins?

Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins has approximately 105.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Cornmeal Muffins are Unbleached Flour, Cornmeal, Granulated Sugar, Baking Powder, Egg White, Buttermilk. See the full list with measurements above.

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