Muffins, corn, commercially prepared
Whole food · Baked Products
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A golden, slightly sweet quick bread made with cornmeal, offering a tender, cake-like crumb with a subtle, earthy corn flavor. Commercially prepared versions are often moist and uniform, with a mild sweetness that balances the corn's natural taste. Nutritionally, it's a carbohydrate-dense food, providing quick energy but with a moderate sugar content.
Calorie split: 8% protein · 67% carbs · 25% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore its comforting, nostalgic flavor that bridges the gap between bread and cake, making it a beloved breakfast or snack item. Its versatility allows it to be enjoyed plain, with butter, or as a base for savory toppings like chili or cheese.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate and added sugar content can lead to blood sugar spikes, making it less ideal for those managing diabetes or on low-carb diets. To mitigate this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like eggs, Greek yogurt, or nuts) and practice portion control. Some commercial versions may also be high in sodium.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains some dietary fiber from cornmeal
- Offers a small amount of plant-based protein
- Convenient, shelf-stable, and portable snack
- Source of B vitamins like thiamine and niacin from enriched flour
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Cornbread muffins are a staple of Southern U.S. cuisine, but their roots trace back to Native American cultures who ground maize into meal long before European contact.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 32.6 g |
| Energy | 305 kcal |
| Energy | 1278 kj |
| Protein | 5.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.4 g |
| Ash | 2.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 51.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 74.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.8 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 32.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 284 mg |
| Potassium, K | 69.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 385 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.54 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.30 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.35 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 15.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.33 mg |
| Niacin | 2.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.44 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.08 mg |
| Folate, total | 62.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 28.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 82.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 51.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.09 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 52.0 ug |
| Retinol | 49.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 20.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 12.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 208 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 263 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.80 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.4 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.28 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 26.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.07 g |
| Threonine | 0.23 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.26 g |
| Leucine | 0.52 g |
| Lysine | 0.28 g |
| Methionine | 0.12 g |
| Cystine | 0.11 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.30 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.22 g |
| Valine | 0.29 g |
| Arginine | 0.32 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.28 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.48 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.22 g |
| Proline | 0.48 g |
| Serine | 0.33 g |
FAQ
Is cornbread muffin the same as cornbread?
They are very similar in ingredients and taste. The main difference is form: cornbread is typically baked in a skillet or pan and cut into squares or wedges, while cornbread muffins are individual portions baked in a muffin tin.
Why are commercial cornbread muffins often sweeter than homemade?
Commercial recipes frequently add more sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, or sweeteners like honey to appeal to a broader palate and enhance shelf life, resulting in a sweeter, more cake-like product.
Can I freeze commercially prepared cornbread muffins?
Yes, they freeze well. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. They can be stored for 2-3 months and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.05 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 3.4 g fiber · 17.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 5.58 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.