Healthy Cornbread Muffins
Light, fluffy, and packed with wholesome goodness, these Healthy Cornbread Muffins are a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Crafted with nutrient-rich ingredients like cornmeal, whole wheat flour, and protein-packed Greek yogurt, these muffins strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Sweetened naturally with honey (or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option) and made with just a touch of unsalted butter or coconut oil, they’re a guilt-free addition to any meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, they pair beautifully with chili, soup, or a simple drizzle of honey for a comforting snack. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthier alternative to traditional cornbread, these moist muffins are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.75 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 unit large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) or coconut oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender muffins.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden 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 tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair wonderfully with soup, chili, or a drizzle of honey!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 260 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 2108 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.9 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*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.
