Bursting with golden cornmeal flavor and the irresistible gooeyness of cheddar cheese, these Cheesy Mini Corn Muffins are the perfect bite-sized comfort food for any occasion. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, these muffins come together effortlessly and bake to golden perfection in under 15 minutes. The combination of savory cheese and a touch of sweetness makes them an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack. Optional scallions add a pop of freshness and a gentle kick of flavor, but these muffins shine just as brightly without them. Perfectly portioned for parties or weekday lunches, these moist and fluffy corn muffins are an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser thatβs as versatile as it is delicious.
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and egg until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped scallions (if using) until evenly distributed.
Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, divide the batter evenly among the 24 mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Calories |
1622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 423 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2776 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.9 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 47.2 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 897 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.