Cheese And Ham Corn Muffins Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs.
• STEP 4.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• STEP 5.Fold in the grated cheese and diced ham.
• STEP 6.Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
• STEP 7.Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
• STEP 8.Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• STEP 9.Serve the cheese and ham corn muffins warm or at room temperature.
• STEP 10.Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add some chopped green onions or jalapenos to the batter.
• Make sure not to overmix the batter, as this can result in dense muffins.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
• These muffins are best served fresh, but you can reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds if desired.

Storage and Serving

• These muffins are great as a snack or as a side dish for soups, stews, or chili.
• To store, place the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature.
• You can also freeze the muffins for up to 3 months. To thaw, leave them at room temperature or reheat in the microwave.
• Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature.