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Easy Honey Butter Cornbread Muffins

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These easy honey butter cornbread muffins are a quick, comforting treat perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or snacks. They feature a moist crumb with a sweet honey butter glaze that melts into every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) yellow cornmeal (medium grind)
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for honey butter glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (for honey butter glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease your muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted unsalted butter, and honey until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Spoon batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While muffins bake, mix softened butter and honey in a small bowl until creamy to make the honey butter glaze.
  8. Brush the honey butter glaze generously over the tops of the warm muffins immediately after baking.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better blending. Brush the honey butter glaze immediately after baking for best moisture and sheen. Muffins can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a toaster oven or microwave.

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