Colonial Muffins
Experience a taste of history with Colonial Muffins, a rustic and hearty treat inspired by classic early American baking. Made with a wholesome blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, these muffins are subtly sweetened with rich molasses and warmly spiced with a hint of cinnamon. The batter comes together effortlessly in just one bowl and bakes to golden perfection in under 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. Their slightly crumbly texture and delicate sweetness pair perfectly with butter, honey, or your favorite jam for a charmingly simple, homemade delight. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these muffins are a nostalgic nod to colonial flavors, perfect for modern kitchens.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, molasses, and egg until smooth and fully incorporated.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These colonial muffins pair beautifully with butter, honey, or jam for a simple but satisfying treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.8 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.7 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2775 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.7 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1964 mg | 42% | |
*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.
