Best 11 Cornmeal Cheese Muffins Recipes

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Cornmeal cheese muffins are scrumptious treats that tantalize taste buds with their cheesy, savory flavor and satisfyingly soft-crumbly texture. Whether you're seeking an easy-to-make breakfast option, a delectable snack to accompany your afternoon cup of coffee, or a delightful addition to your next brunch gathering, these muffins are sure to please. With just a few pantry staples and some basic kitchen equipment, you can whip up a batch of these delightful cornmeal cheese muffins in no time.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHEESY CORNBREAD MUFFINS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray, for the muffin tin
1 1/3 cups yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs, whisked
1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
One 4-ounce cans green chiles
6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
8 tablespoons salted butter, softened
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • For the muffins: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Stir together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
  • Add the buttermilk and eggs to a small pitcher and stir to combine. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a fork until combined. Fold in the cheese, green chiles and melted butter until just combined.
  • Portion the batter into the prepared muffin tin and bake until they are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • For the honey butter: Mix the butter and honey in a bowl until combined. Transfer to a ramekin. Remove the muffins from the oven, allow to cool a little, then break open and spread with the honey butter.

SWEET CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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My husband, Axtell, was a fan of the cornmeal muffins from a restaurant we visited. I found a similar recipe and cut it down to serve two. These muffins are his favorite.-Marie Kramer, Kirkwood, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons canola oil
1 egg, beaten or 1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, oil, egg, and milk. In another bowl, combine dry ingredients; stir in sugar mixture just until moistened. , Coat four muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners. Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate, Fiber 4g protein.

CORNBREAD MUFFINS WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE



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This complements any vegetarian or meat meal, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a keeper!

Provided by Cinderella

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Savory Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup milk
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup butter, melted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup chopped whole kernel corn
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Beat milk, sour cream, butter, and egg together in a large mixing bowl until smooth; add flour, cornmeal, chopped corn, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk mixture until dry ingredients are just moistened; fold Cheddar cheese into the batter. Divide batter between 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 18 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 248.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick

Time 30m

Yield About 24 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cup cornmeal
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons melted butter, plus additional butter for greasing the mold

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt into a bowl. Add the cornmeal and stir.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until foamy. Add the eggs to the dry mixture, along with the milk, vanilla and melted butter. Beat just until smooth (do not overmix).
  • Grease the mold well, and fill the mold cavities to seven-eighths of capacity with the batter. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the muffins are lightly browned. (The pan has ''feet,'' so it is helpful to set it on a cookie sheet in the oven to avoid tipping.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 116, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 102 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DOUBLE CORN AND CHEESE MUFFINS



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups flour
2/3 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup canned, frozen or fresh corn kernels
1 cup grated cheddar cheese (about 3 ounces by weight)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter 12 large muffin cups.
  • In a mixing bowl combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • In a separate bowl beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the milk and melted butter. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the egg mixture. Stir gently, just until combined. Stir in the corn and cheese.
  • Spoon the mixture into the muffin cups, filling each about three-fourths full.
  • Bake the muffins for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375 degrees and bake 10 minutes longer, until the tops are golden brown and spring back when touched lightly.
  • Cool the muffins in the pans on a rack for five minutes, then transfer to a basket and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 210, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 189 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BASIC CORN MUFFINS



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A simple but delicious muffin recipe that can easily be dressed up by adding jalapenos, honey or anything else.

Provided by Doug Matthews

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Corn Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup canola oil
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease muffin pan or line with paper muffin liners.
  • In a large bowl, mix together corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add egg, oil and milk; stir gently to combine. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 196.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

CHEDDAR CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Yummy cheddar cornmeal muffins that go great with just about everything, particularly southern style dishes. Very easy to make and worth it!

Provided by T-Logan

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup milk
1 pinch cayenne
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 1/4 cups coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Grease 12 muffin cups.
  • Blend flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and cayenne.
  • Beat egg with milk and butter.
  • Add to dry ingredients.
  • Stir until thoroughly moistened.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the cheese and spoon into muffin cups.
  • Sprinkle 1 tsp of cheese over each muffin.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Serve hot with butter or freeze and reheat right before serving.

CORNMEAL CHEESE MUFFINS



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Cornmeal Cheese Muffins are preferred over a a pan of corn bread at the Dallas, Oregon home of field editor Sherri Gentry. They're moist and tasty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1 egg
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, mash cottage cheese with a fork; add the milk, oil and egg. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cheddar cheese and thyme. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan a wire rack. Serve warm

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SAVORY CHEESE CORNBREAD MUFFINS



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These cheddar cheese cornbread muffins are the perfect bread to serve with a hearty chili or stew or serve them with baked beans or greens.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Bread

Time 27m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder , preferably aluminum-free
3/4 teaspoon table salt
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons melted butter or shortening
Optional: 2 tablespoons melted butter for topping

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease a muffin tin or spray with baking spray.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine the flour, baking powder, table salt, sugar, and cornmeal. Blend well. Stir the shredded cheese into the flour mixture.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Add the milk and the melted butter or shortening and whisk to blend.
  • When the oven has completely preheated, stir the egg and milk mixture into the flour mixture just until blended.
  • Immediately fill the prepared muffin cups about two-thirds full and bake in the preheated oven for 17 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • If desired, brush more melted butter over the tops of the hot muffins as soon as they come out of the oven.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 12 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEDDAR CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Categories     Bread     Cheese     Side     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Cornmeal     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup white cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup buttermilk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, cooled slightly
1 large egg
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line twelve 1/3-cup muffin cups with paper or foil liners. Stir first 6 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Whisk buttermilk, butter and egg in medium bowl to blend. Add to dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in grated cheddar cheese.
  • Divide batter equally among prepared muffin cups. Bake muffins until tops are golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CHEDDAR CORN MUFFINS



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I found this recipe in a cookbook called. Quick Vegetarian Pleasures. Makes 12 muffins. "These are light and moist, with a mild but irresistible cheese accent. They are equally good served for breakfast or with chili. If you want a more traditional corn muffin, just leave out the cheese."

Provided by AustinMama

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 27m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unbleached flour
1 cup cornmeal (I like to use coarser polenta)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 cup milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 1/4 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Butter the insides and the top of a regular muffin pan (1/3 cup).
  • In large bowl thoroughly combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and sugar.
  • In medium bowl, beat the egg.
  • Beat in the milk and the melted butter.
  • Combine with the dry ingredients until just evenly moistened.
  • Do not overmix.
  • Stir in 1 cup of cheese.
  • Immediately spoon the batter into the muffin pan.
  • Evenly sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the muffins.
  • Bake 17 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean.
  • Best served warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.8, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 281, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 6.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornmeal: Fresh cornmeal will give your muffins a better flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your muffins tough.
  • Grease your muffin tins well: This will help prevent the muffins from sticking.
  • Fill the muffin tins about 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature: This will help them to rise quickly and evenly.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before serving: This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal cheese muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of muffins that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give cornmeal cheese muffins a try!

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