Best 8 Yellow Squash Cornbread Muffins Recipes

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Yellow squash cornbread muffins are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover yellow squash. This article will provide you with a variety of recipes for yellow squash cornbread muffins, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste. Whether you like your muffins sweet or savory, there's a recipe here for you. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious muffins!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

YELLOW SQUASH MUFFINS



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These muffins are so moist and golden, they're sure to become an instant family favorite. They have a delicate squash flavor.-Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch slices
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add squash. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash; stir in the butter and egg. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the squash mixture just until moistened., Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

YELLOW SQUASH CORNBREAD MUFFINS



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This is my modification of Recipe #121853 (which I love). Since the muffins taste so much like cornbread, I decided to make a version that actually have corn meal. I also use whole wheat flour and flaxseed meal to make them even healthier.

Provided by CongoGirl

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 18 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs crookneck yellow squash, for 2 cups mashed (2 large/3 medium)
2 eggs (or 1 egg and 1 T flaxseed meal and 3 T water)
1/2 cup oil (or 1/2 cup melted butter)
1/2 cup applesauce
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup cornmeal
5 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Wash squash and trim ends. Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds (even if they are really small and immature. Chop the squash into chunks.
  • Cook in a small amount of water in the microwave (covered) for 10-15 minutes or until the squash is mushy.
  • Drain the water and use a food chopper to mash the squash to a pulp. Measure 2 cups.
  • Combine the squash with eggs, butter, and applesauce, and set aside.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Make a well in center of mixture.
  • Add squash to dry ingredients, stirring only until moist.
  • Spoon into greased muffin tins, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 243.7, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 3.4

YELLOW SQUASH AND CORN SAUTE



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This is a pretty side dish that is tasty and a great way for using up summer squash and leftover corn on the cob.

Provided by AuntE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ears corn, husked and cleaned
2 yellow squash, diced
½ cup water
2 tablespoons butter, or more to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place corn into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool corn. Cut corn off the cobs.
  • Place squash into a skillet and add water. Cook squash over medium heat until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess water from skillet.
  • Stir corn, butter, parsley, salt, and pepper into squash; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 44.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SQUASH CORN MUFFINS



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Frozen winter squash makes these bright muffins a cinch to create. "I like to serve them at brunch or with soup at other meals," notes Colette Maher of Livonia, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup frozen corn
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, squash, yogurt and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in corn and onions., Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill three-fourths full. Bake at 425° for 12-16 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

YELLOW SQUASH MUFFINS



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I found this recipe in a newspaper article many years ago. It's really delicious.The original recipe called for 1 cup melted butter. I use 1/2 cup butter & 1/2 cup applesauce.

Provided by CaramelPie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 18 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs crookneck yellow squash
2 eggs
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup applesauce
1 cup sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
5 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Wash squash, trim ends, and cut into 1-inch slices.
  • Cook in a small amount of water for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Drain well and mash.
  • Measure 2 cups of the cooked squash, combine with eggs, butter, and applesauce, and set aside.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Make a well in center of mixture.
  • Add squash to dry ingredients, stirring only until moist.
  • Spoon into greased muffin tins, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.4, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 286.5, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.9, Protein 3.4

SQUASH CORNBREAD



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This is a moist cornbread recipe that allows you to use up some of the extra zucchini or squash you have on hand. You can reduce or increase sugar or salt, depending on your cornbread preferences. It can be served with stew, chili, beans, or fried cabbage.

Provided by Crina

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup half-and-half
1 cup cornmeal
¾ cup whole wheat flour
½ cup olive oil
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 cups grated zucchini

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper baking cups.
  • Mix half-and-half, cornmeal, whole wheat flour, olive oil, all-purpose flour, eggs, sugar, salt, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Add grated zucchini last. Spoon batter into the lined muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 269.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

GOLDEN YELLOW CORN BREAD OR CORN MUFFINS



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Follow these easy instructions for a slightly sweet take on an American favorite side dish, or follow the variation below for irresistible corn muffins.

Provided by Indian Head Yellow Corn Meal

Categories     Bread     Side     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup Indian Head Yellow Corn Meal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup oil
1 cup milk
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Corn Bread:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Mix oil, egg, and milk together and add to dry ingredients, mixing until batter is uniform. Bake in a greased 9"x9"x2" pan for 20-25 minutes.
  • Corn Muffins:
  • Pour corn meal batter into greased or line muffin tins, filling about 2/3 full. Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes. Makes 12 muffins.
  • Recipe Variation:
  • For a sweeter, moister corn bread or muffin, make these changes to the recipe above: use 2/3 cup milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup oil and 2 eggs. Reduce the heat to 400°F. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • This recipe is made available as a courtesy by Wilkins Rogers Mills.

SQUASH CORNBREAD



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Enjoy the fresh flavor of summer squash with this moist and hearty cornbread. This is good enough to eat by itself! -Marlene A. Huffstetler, Chapin, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 medium yellow summer squash (about 2 pounds), chopped
2 packages (8-1/2 ounces each) cornbread/muffin mix
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place squash in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Drain and squeeze dry., In a large bowl, combine cornbread mixes and eggs. Fold in the squash, cheeses, onion, salt and pepper. , Pour into two 8-in. square baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Serve warm or cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Wrap in foil and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen bread: Thaw at room temperature. Serve warm. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, in-season yellow squash for the best flavor.
  • Grate the squash finely so that it incorporates evenly into the batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in tough muffins.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full, as the muffins will rise during baking.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Yellow squash cornbread muffins are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover yellow squash. With their moist, tender crumb and slightly sweet flavor, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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