Cheddar Cornmeal Muffins
Give your breakfast or snack time a savory twist with these golden and fluffy Cheddar Cornmeal Muffins! Bursting with the irresistible combination of sharp cheddar cheese and a tender crumb from buttermilk and cornmeal, these muffins strike the perfect balance between hearty and flavorful. The addition of fresh chives lends a subtle pop of freshness, making them an ideal accompaniment to soups, salads, or as a stand-alone treat. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, from brunch spreads to quick weekday bites. Try them warm for a comforting cheesy goodness that melts in your mouth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 Egg, large
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until smooth and fully incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing as it can result in dense muffins.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.2 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.3 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 4220 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.2 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.6 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1141 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 875 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
