Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze
Tender, moist cornbread muffins baked to golden perfection, brushed with a honey butter glaze for a sweet finish. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 30 minutes combines yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 12, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter for glaze
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup whole milk, 1 large egg, and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter until combined.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Step 5: Divide batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Step 6: While muffins bake, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter and stir in 2 tbsp honey to create the glaze.
- Step 7: Immediately after removing muffins from oven, brush the honey butter glaze generously over each muffin and let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Cornbread Muffins with Honey Butter Glaze?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
