Greek Cornbread Breakfast Muffins

Helllooo,

Greek Cornbread Breakfast Muffins are simple, golden, slightly sweet, and every time I bake them, I’m instantly transported back to my childhood kitchen. My mom used to make cornbread muffins often, especially on weekends. I can still picture her pulling the warm tray out of the oven. The tops perfectly risen and lightly cracked, the kitchen filled with that comforting smell of cornmeal and butter. My mom would place them on the counter to cool, but I was already reaching for one. :).  If you are adventurous in regards to breakfast, try out this cocoa muffin recipe just simply delicious https://foodzesty.com/single-serve-cocoa-muffins/

Even now, all these years later, I still make them the same way. I still enjoy them the same way too: warm, split open, with a little butter melting into the crumb. With a spoonful of strawberry or apricot jam on top. That combination of the butter, the sweetness of the jam, and the soft, warm muffin is so good. It’s one of my favorite small breakfast treats, especially on days when I need something cozy.

So if you’re looking for a quick, delicious, nostalgic treat that reminds you of your childhood, give these with a Greek twist cornbread muffins a try. Enjoy them warm with butter and jam, share them with someone, or keep them all for yourself!  For the sugar, I chose to substitute the granulated sugar with dark sugar, but this is completely optional and up to you. Pssssss, don’t forget to add the Greek Yogurt, which makes a world of difference in moisture and texture.

Ok, so picture this: I’m in the kitchen, minding my own business, making cornbread muffins like a responsible adult. Meanwhile, my two bassets have planted themselves on the floor. At some point, I leave the kitchen to get some work done… and guess what? They did not move???  Not even a paw. They sat there like, “We know what’s in that oven, lady. We’re not going anywhere.”

Now, I’ve never given them cornbread muffins before. Never. But apparently these two have a secret muffin radar!!!??? because the excitement level was unbelievable. George, my sweet George, was already drooling, but Liza on the other hand, just waited.  So I finally gave in and broke off a tiny piece for each of them.  And that’s when the madness began.  All of a sudden, my calm, sleepy bassets transformed into Olympic athletes. Running, jumping, spinning around. I had no idea cornbread muffins had this kind of power. Honestly, if I had known this earlier, I would’ve been baking them every week.  Who knew my puppies’ greatest happiness in life was… cornbread muffins? Hehehehehe.

Have a great morning/afternoon/evening, everyone!! 🙂

Greek Cornbread Breakfast Muffins

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These cornbread muffins are a nostalgic favorite from my childhood. They are soft, lightly sweet, and delicious with a bit of butter and jam. They’re quick to make, comforting, and perfect for an easy breakfast or snack.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Snacks

Cuisine American

Servings 12 pieces

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup greek yogurt full fat
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 cup buttermilk room temp
• ½ cup butter unslated /room remp
• 2 eggs

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 200℃.
• Use a 12-cup muffin mold, and line it with silicone or paper muffin cups.
• In a large bowl, add and whisk together the 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornmeal, ½ cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt until well combined.
• In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup butter, 2 eggs and 1 cup greek yogurt until smooth.
• Pour in the wet mix into the dry mix. Gently stir with a spatula or spoon until combined. Don't forget to not over-mix the batter; this will keep the muffins tender.
• Use an ice cream scoop to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups (about ¾ full). Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Use a toothpick to insert into the center, and if it comes out clean, your muffins are ready.

Keyword cornbread, Easy, muffins

KALI SAS OREXI!! 🙂