These Maple Bacon Cornbread Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, perfect for Thanksgiving or any gathering. The combination of sweet maple syrup and savory bacon creates a unique flavor profile that will impress your guests.
This recipe is simple to follow and results in moist, flavorful muffins that can be served as a side dish or enjoyed on their own. They are a great addition to your Thanksgiving recipe lineup.
Delicious Maple Bacon Cornbread Muffins
These muffins feature a moist cornbread base enhanced with crispy bacon and a hint of maple sweetness. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped bacon and green onions if using.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
