Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 can (8.8 oz) cream-style corn
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease it well.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and oil. Add the cream-style corn.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the liquid mixture into it. Stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and serving.
Nutritional Information: (per muffin)
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 depending on the exact ingredients used
- Fat: 12-15g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Protein: 5-6g
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins are light and fluffy with a distinct corn flavor. The cream-style corn gives them a moist and slightly sweet texture.
- They are perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a side dish to a meal.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were so delicious! The corn flavor was really pronounced, and they were so easy to make." - John Doe
- "I love how moist these muffins are. The cream-style corn really makes them special." - Jane Smith
- "These are the best corn muffins I've ever made! The texture is perfect, and they are so flavorful." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure not to overmix the batter; this will ensure that the muffins are light and fluffy.
- If you don't have cream-style corn, you can use regular corn kernels but they may not be as moist.
- Feel free to add other flavors like cheese or jalapeños to customize the muffins to your liking.
