Best 3 Cornmeal Molasses Muffins Recipes

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Cornmeal molasses muffins are a delectable treat that combines the nutty sweetness of cornmeal with the rich, deep flavor of molasses. These muffins are a delightful blend of textures, with a crispy exterior and a moist, tender interior. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they are sure to satisfy those with a sweet tooth. With a few simple ingredients and a hot oven, you can whip up a batch of these delicious muffins in no time.

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CORNMEAL-MOLASSES MUFFINS



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These muffins are a nod to two traditional New England specialties, Anadama bread and Indian pudding, both of which are primarily made with cornmeal and molasses.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 regular muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

Vegetable oil or pan spray, for greasing
1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1/2 cup smooth applesauce
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
2 large eggs
1 stick unsalted butter, melted (8 tablespoons)
1/4 to 1/3 cup toasted oats for sprinkling, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut parchment paper into twelve 5-by-5-inch squares. Lightly grease the inside of a 12-cup muffin tin. Center a square of parchment paper over 1 of the cups and use your fingers to press the parchment into the cup, so that it sticks to the sides and bottom. Crease the paper as needed to fit and repeat with the remaining parchment (regular muffin liners work just as well but the parchment looks pretty).
  • Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the yogurt, applesauce, molasses, orange zest, eggs and butter in a separate small bowl.
  • Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined (don't fret if the batter is lumpy, this means your batter isn't over-mixed).
  • Fill each liner almost to the top of the tin (an ice-cream scoop lightly greased with nonstick spray will help). Sprinkle each muffin with the toasted oats.
  • Bake, rotating about halfway through, until a toothpick inserted in the muffins comes out clean and the tops are just slightly puffed and spring back when touched, 20 to 24 minutes. Let rest in the hot muffin pan 3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and let cool 30 minutes. Store the cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

GLUTEN-FREE CORNMEAL MOLASSES MUFFINS



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Strong molasses provides a good source of iron in an easy-to-make muffin. One of my favorite breads is a steamed brown bread called Boston brown bread. It is made with cornmeal and flour, and is the inspiration for these muffins, which are easier to make. The strong molasses, which is a good source of iron, flavor will mask the bean flavor of commercial gluten free mixes, so feel free to use one.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     breakfast, weekday, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins (1/3 cup tins)

Number Of Ingredients 13

140 grams (approximately 1 cup) cornmeal
140 grams (approximately 1 cup) whole grain gluten-free mix or all-purpose gluten-free mix
35 grams (approximately 1/4 cup) soy flour or additional all-purpose gluten-free mix
2 7/10 grams (1 teaspoon) ground ginger
10 grams (2 teaspoons) baking powder
5 grams (1 teaspoon) baking soda
3 1/2 grams (rounded 1/2 teaspoon) salt
2 eggs
240 grams (1 cup) plain low-fat yogurt or buttermilk
175 grams (1/2 cup) blackstrap molasses
5 grams (1 teaspoon) vanilla
75 grams (1/3 cup) canola or grape seed oil
75 grams (1/2 cup) raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees with a rack in the middle. Oil or butter muffin tins. Sift together the cornmeal, gluten-free flour mix, soy flour, ginger, baking powder, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl. Pour in any grainy bits that remain in the sifter.
  • In a separate large bowl whisk the eggs with the buttermilk, molasses, vanilla and oil. Quickly whisk in the cornmeal mixture. Fold in the raisins.
  • Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, fill muffin cups to the top. Place in the oven and bake 25 to 30 minutes, until lightly browned and well risen. Remove from the heat and if the muffins come out of the tins easily, remove from the tins and allow to cool on a rack. If they don't release easily, allow to cool and then remove from the tins.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 211 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CORNMEAL-MOLASSES MUFFINS



Cornmeal-Molasses Muffins image

These muffins are a nod to two traditional New England specialties, Anadama bread and Indian pudding, both of which are primarily made with cornmeal and molasses.

Provided by Cooking Channel

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 regular muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

Vegetable oil or pan spray, for greasing
1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1/2 cup smooth applesauce
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
2 large eggs
1 stick unsalted butter, melted (8 tablespoons)
1/4 to 1/3 cup toasted oats for sprinkling, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut parchment paper into twelve 5-by-5-inch squares. Lightly grease the inside of a 12-cup muffin tin. Center a square of parchment paper over 1 of the cups and use your fingers to press the parchment into the cup, so that it sticks to the sides and bottom. Crease the paper as needed to fit and repeat with the remaining parchment (regular muffin liners work just as well but the parchment looks pretty).
  • 2. Combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda in a large bowl.
  • 3. Whisk together the yogurt, applesauce, molasses, orange zest, eggs and butter in a separate small bowl.
  • 4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined (don't fret if the batter is lumpy, this means your batter isn't over-mixed).
  • 5. Fill each liner almost to the top of the tin (an ice-cream scoop lightly greased with nonstick spray will help). Sprinkle each muffin with the toasted oats.
  • 6. Bake, rotating about halfway through, until a toothpick inserted in the muffins comes out clean and the tops are just slightly puffed and spring back when touched, 20 to 24 minutes. Let rest in the hot muffin pan 3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and let cool 30 minutes. Store the cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, brush the tops of the muffins with melted butter before baking.
  • To add a sweet glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the muffins while they are still warm.
  • For a nutty flavor, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
  • For a moist and flavorful muffin, use buttermilk instead of milk.
  • If you don't have cornmeal, you can substitute all-purpose flour. However, the muffins will not have the same texture.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal molasses muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat. They are perfect for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or a sweet snack. With their slightly crispy crust and moist, flavorful interior, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new muffin recipe, give these cornmeal molasses muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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