Culinary Quest Chive Corn Muffins
Take your taste buds on a flavorful journey with these Culinary Quest Chive Corn Muffins, a delightful twist on classic corn muffins that seamlessly blends earthy chives and optional cheddar cheese for a savory kick. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep and 18 minutes of baking, making it perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back brunches. With a golden, tender crumb and light sweetness from fine cornmeal and a touch of sugar, these muffins are elevated by the aromatic freshness of chopped chives. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or pair them as a comforting side dish for hearty soups, stews, and salads. Whether you keep it simple or add the optional shredded cheddar for extra indulgence, these muffins promise to be a hit at any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Fine cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 Egg, large
- 3 tablespoons Chives, chopped
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups with butter or cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and egg until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.
Fold in the chopped chives and shredded cheddar cheese (if using) until evenly distributed.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Enjoy these muffins plain, with butter, or as a side to your favorite soups and salads!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.9 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 769 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*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.
