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Tender Honey Butter Cornbread Muffins Texas Style

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These tender honey butter cornbread muffins feature a perfect balance of sweet honey and buttery richness with a crumbly yet soft texture, inspired by Texas kitchens. They are quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (120g) – stone-ground recommended
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g) – can substitute gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml) – can substitute buttermilk or plant-based milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (57g), melted
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g), plus extra for glazing
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons butter (28g), melted and warmed for glazing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Stir in the milk, melted butter, and honey.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes until muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. While muffins are still hot, brush the tops with a mixture of melted butter and honey to glaze.
  8. Let muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better texture. Brush honey butter glaze immediately after baking for a moist, shiny finish. Tent with foil if muffins brown too fast but are not cooked through. For dairy-free, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: cornbread muffins, honey butter, Texas style, southern muffins, easy cornbread, tender muffins, honey glaze

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