The Best Healthy Kefir Cornbread Muffins

If you too grew up on Jiffy’s cornbread muffins and are looking for a healthier alternative here it is! Unlike their box counterparts, these healthy kefir cornbread muffins are made from wholesome ingredients. They are also easy to make and quick enough to be the perfect side to any weekday meal.

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What are cornbread muffins?

Cornbread muffins are a baked good popular in the Southern United States and other parts of the American continent. Growing up my Mexican grandma baked cornbread in her cast iron skillet made from fresh cornmeal. Cornbread is made with a mixture of wheat flour, cornmeal, and milk or water. While there are many recipes and it has changed over the years it dates back to many Native American cultures throughout the American continent.

What is Kefir?

Kefir is a type of fermented drink usually made from milk and kefir grains. It contains a collection of bacteria, yeasts, and other microorganisms that are associated with better gut health. Once added to the milk the kefir grains feed on the sugars making it low in lactose and full of probiotics. Thanks to all the benefits I love using kefir in my kitchen to help aid our family’s overall health.

Ingredients for Healthy Kefir Cornbread Muffins

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp of baking powder
• 2 tbsps sugar
• 1 tsp real salt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 large egg or two small ones
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup of kefir

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• Mixing Bowls
• Measuring Cups Dry
• Measuring Cups Wet
• Measuring Spoons
• Muffin Tin
• Cooling Rack
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Silicone Oven Mitt

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How to make Kefir Cornbread Muffins

I love to make these cornbread muffins as a side to my favorite Bone Broth Chilli or this easy AirFryer Roasted Chicken. What I love the most besides the taste is just how fast and easy they come together.

To begin, I start by preheating the oven to 400F. While the oven is preheating I continue by adding the dry ingredients to a large bowl.

Once the flour, cornmeal, sugar, and baking powder are mixed I add the melted butter, egg, honey, and kefir making a thick batter.

Next, I grease a 12-count muffin tin with softened butter. Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup I evenly add the batter to the muffin tin.

After, I add the unbaked muffins to the preheated oven and bake at 400F for 5 minutes. This ensures a tall muffin. Once the 5 minutes are up I lower the temperature to 350F and bake for another 16-18 minutes. I know they are done when a toothpick comes out clean.

When they are done I allow them to cool on a cooling rack for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

What if I do not have kefir?

While I prefer to use kefir for the added health benefits. You can still make these cornbread muffins just substitute the kefir for buttermilk or regular milk. The muffins will still be a much healthier alternative to anything that comes out of a box.

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