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Corn Muffins Recipe

Corn Muffins Recipe

Golden, fluffy, and slightly sweet corn muffins that are super easy to make and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or pairing with chili. Moist, tender, and full of flavor, these muffins will disappear fast—so maybe bake a double batch. Quick, fun, and foolproof, they’re perfect for any day you want comfort without effort.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 muffins
Course: Dessert / Snack / Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Optional: corn kernels cheddar cheese, or honey

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Beat eggs, then whisk in milk and melted butter in another bowl.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients, stir just until combined.
  5. Fold in optional corn kernels or cheese.
  6. Grease muffin tin or use liners, fill cups 2/3 full.
  7. Bake 15–20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool 5 minutes, then enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter; lumps are fine.
  • Preheat the oven for a perfect rise.
  • Optional add-ins can be used to customize flavor.
  • Muffins freeze well; reheat before serving.
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