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Cornbread muffins and a dip of honey on an aqua-green plate. One muffin is stack on another muffin.

Easy Cornbread Muffins (Gluten-Free)

Josefina Almond Yes
This simple GF Cornbread Muffin recipe is super easy and quick to make. They're tender, perfectly sweet, and delicious. They’re a great side dish for your meals and taste amazing warm with a drizzle of honey or butter.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Muffins and Small Bakes
Cuisine International
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients
  

  • 1 and ¼ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) melted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 12 muffin cups with liners or lightly grease them.
  •  Whisk together the cornmeal, gluten-free all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, honey, and milk. Add wet ingredients and the melted butter into the dry ones and mix until well integrated, but don’t overmix.
  • Spoon the butter into the prepared pan. Fill the muffin cups ¾ full, dividing the mixture as evenly as possible.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with no streak of batter. Keep in mind that all ovens are different
  •  Let cool and serve warm.

Notes

Store the muffins covered at room temperature for 1–2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can freeze the muffins in an air-tight container or freezer bag. Reheat the muffins in a medium oven for 5-10 minutes.
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