Sweet, savory, and delightfully fragrant, these Honey Thyme Cornbread Muffins bring a gourmet twist to a beloved classic. Featuring the natural sweetness of honey balanced with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme, these tender muffins are perfect for everything from cozy brunches to holiday gatherings. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour and yellow cornmeal, they boast a light yet hearty texture, while a touch of sugar and melted butter adds richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are as easy to make as they are to devour. Serve them warm with a drizzle of honey or a smear of butter for a truly irresistible treat that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each muffin cup with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and fresh thyme leaves until well combined.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, honey, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be just combined and slightly lumpy.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 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 tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Enjoy these muffins on their own or pair them with a pat of butter or drizzle of extra honey for added indulgence!
Calories |
2093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 2780 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 895 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.