Description
Delightful muffins combining traditional cornbread flavor with colorful sprinkles for a whimsical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (buttermilk preferred)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a muffin tin by greasing it lightly or lining it with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix together the milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using whole wheat flour or reducing the sugar. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: funfetti, cornbread, muffins, baking, snack