Cornbread Muffins with Parmesan
One little addition to your favorite baking mix can transform cornbread into something truly crave-worthy. Adding salty, nutty parmesan cheese not only adds richness, it complements the sweetness of the corn. Serve these for breakfast (with a drizzle of honey), or alongside your favorite soups and stews; they’re welcome anytime!
It seems like such a simple addition, but it truly works! Parmesan cheese is salty and tangy, and it partners beautifully with the sweetness of the corn and butter in the batter. I strongly suggest using freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor. And that includes the pre-grated parmesan sold in the specialty cheese section of your grocery store.
What cornbread mix should you use? I used Bob’s Red Mill cornbread baking mix; I love how it creates moist cornbread every time. You can certainly use your favorite variety, just make sure to get the extra ingredients you need for the batter.
Make sure you read the package so you have all the ingredients you need. Bob’s Red Mill cornbread baking mix calls for 2 eggs, 1 stick (8 tablespoons butter), and 1 cup of water.
You can also make cornbread if desired. Instead of making 12 muffins, you can pour the batter into an 8-inch square cake pan to create cornbread!
Cornbread muffins go with everything! Serve these incredible cornbread muffins with your favorite chilies, soups, stews, pot roast, and/or fried chicken. And don’t forget breakfast – these muffins are fabulous when served with butter and drizzled with a little honey.
Cornbread Muffins with Parmesan
Ingredients
- 1 package cornbread baking mix, I used Bob’s Red Mill cornbread baking mix
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Typical Ingredients Needed According to Package (check package)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray or paper liners. If you’re making cornbread, coat an 8-inch square cake pan with cooking spray.
- Mix the ingredients according the package directions. Fold in the parmesan cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin cups, filling each 2/3 full. When using a cake pan, pour the batter into the pan.
- Bake according to the package directions. Serve warm or room temperature.