Cornmeal Molasses Crumb Muffins

Start your morning with the warm, comforting flavors of Cornmeal Molasses Crumb Muffins—a delightful fusion of rich molasses, hearty cornmeal, and an irresistible cinnamon-scented crumb topping. These moist, tender muffins boast a beautifully balanced sweetness and a hint of rustic charm, thanks to the earthy notes of molasses paired with buttermilk's subtle tang. Perfectly golden and topped with a buttery, crumbly mix of brown sugar and cinnamon, they’re an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack. Ready in under 35 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins deliver homemade goodness that’s perfect for sharing. Whether paired with coffee or tea, they’re bound to become your go-to recipe for a warm, baked-from-scratch indulgence. Keywords: cornmeal muffins, molasses muffins, crumb topping, easy muffin recipe, breakfast treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 0.5 cups Molasses
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 0.75 cups Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Light brown sugar, packed (for crumb topping)
• 0.25 cups All-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 2 tablespoons Cold unsalted butter, cubed (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup molasses, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth.

Step 4

Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, followed by 3/4 cup buttermilk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix. Stop mixing as soon as no streaks of flour remain.

Step 6

To make the crumb topping, mix 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons cold cubed butter, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Use your fingers or a fork to combine the ingredients until they form a crumbly texture.

Step 7

Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over each muffin.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1053.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3441.3

Total Fat 143.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 711.3mg	0%
Sodium 3141.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 505.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 241.0g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 193.4IU	0%
Calcium 719.1mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 3257.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 57.7%