CORN, CHEDDAR, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO MUFFINS

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Corn, Cheddar, and Sun-Dried Tomato Muffins image

Three of my favorite foods bound together in yumminess. I like to halve the muffins, toast them and then spread lots of butter on them

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup cake flour (not self-rising)
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 ounces grated sharp white cheddar cheese (1-1/2 cups)
3/4 cup chopped rehydrated sun-dried tomato (soak them in warm water)
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallion
1 1/2 cups warmed whole milk
6 ounces unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Butter a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix well.
  • Add the cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and scallions and toss well.
  • Whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, oil, and egg in a separate bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix together just until a soft dough forms.
  • (Be careful not to overmix the dough.) Fill the prepared muffin cups to the rim with batter.
  • Bake until the tops start to brown slightly, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Cool for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.

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