Funfetti Cornbread Muffins Sprinkles (Print)
Soft, sweet cornbread muffins bursting with colorful sprinkles—ideal for parties or joyful snacks.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
03 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
10 - 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies style)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup with nonstick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk whole milk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
04 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
05 - Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
06 - Spoon the batter evenly into each of the prepared muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Bright and festive appearance that kids and adults will love
- Quick and easy to make for parties or snacks
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- Nonpareil sprinkles will bleed color into the batter, use jimmies for best results
- These muffins contain wheat, eggs, and dairy, so check allergen info if serving a crowd
03 -
- Try topping with vanilla glaze and extra sprinkles for added festivity
- Use buttermilk instead of milk for a tangier muffin flavor