Cornbread Muffin

Cornbread muffins are a savory or slightly sweet quick bread baked in individual portions, primarily made from cornmeal, flour, eggs, and a leavening agent like baking powder. They are a staple of American cuisine, particularly associated with the Southern United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These muffins are typically high in carbohydrates from the cornmeal and flour, with a moderate amount of fat from ingredients like butter or oil. A standard homemade muffin generally contains around 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	340 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	520 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Zinc	0.8 mg

Per 1 muffin (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, cornbread muffins represent a convenient, portable adaptation of traditional skillet cornbread, often served alongside hearty meals like chili or barbecue. Nutritionally, the use of whole-grain cornmeal can provide dietary fiber and essential minerals like iron and magnesium.