Pimento Corn Muffins

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Pimento Corn Muffins
30 min.
12
153kcal

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Pimento Corn Muffins: A Vegetarian Delight in 30 Minutes

Indulge in the delightful taste of these Pimento Corn Muffins, a scrumptious vegetarian recipe that promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish, these muffins are not only delicious but also easy to make. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, you can serve up to 12 persons, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a simple family meal.

Each muffin boasts a balanced caloric profile at 153 kcal, ensuring you can enjoy them without the guilt. The star of this recipe is the creative combination of yellow cornmeal and finely chopped, drained bottled pimentos, which adds a unique twist to the classic corn muffin. The result? A tender, moist texture with a hint of sweetness and a pleasant kick from the pimentos.

Preparing these Pimento Corn Muffins requires minimal equipment and ingredients, making it a hassle-free cooking experience. A bowl, an oven, a whisk, a baking pan, aluminum foil, and muffin liners are all you need to get started. The recipe also offers a convenient reheating method, allowing you to enjoy these muffins at their best temperature even hours after they're baked.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a cooking enthusiast looking to experiment with vegetarian recipes, Pimento Corn Muffins are a must-try. Their versatility and delightful flavor make them a surefire hit at any occasion. So, why not give them a try and experience the joy of baking something both delicious and unique?

Ingredients

  • 2.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.3 cups buttermilk well-shaken
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • ounces pimientos dry drained finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted for buttering muffin cups
  • cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F. Generously butter muffin cups.
  2. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and butter (1/2 stick) in another bowl, then stir into flour mixture along with pimentos until just combined.
  4. Divide batter among muffin cups (about 1/3 cup each) and bake until a wooden pick inserted in center of a muffin comes out clean, about 12 minutes. Turn out muffins onto a rack and cool to warm.
  5. Muffins can be made 8 hours ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature. To reheat, arrange in 1 layer in a shallow baking pan, then sprinkle lightly with water and bake, covered with foil, in a 325°F oven until warm, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein11.45%
Fat37.29%
Carbs51.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.96
Glycemic Load
12.27
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.1773913373118%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:153.21kcal
7.66%
Fat:6.37g
9.8%
Saturated Fat:3.32g
20.78%
Carbohydrates:19.71g
6.57%
Net Carbohydrates:17.97g
6.53%
Sugar:1.8g
2%
Cholesterol:43.92mg
14.64%
Sodium:271.78mg
11.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.4g
8.8%
Vitamin C:9.83mg
11.91%
Selenium:7.88µg
11.25%
Phosphorus:100.19mg
10.02%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.26%
Vitamin A:455.33IU
9.11%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.02%
Calcium:86.6mg
8.66%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.43%
Folate:29.54µg
7.38%
Iron:1.32mg
7.34%
Fiber:1.75g
6.98%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.55%
Magnesium:20.95mg
5.24%
Vitamin B3:1.04mg
5.22%
Zinc:0.71mg
4.75%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.75%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.53%
Potassium:118.62mg
3.39%
Copper:0.07mg
3.29%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.29%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.33%
Vitamin K:1.45µg
1.38%
Source:Epicurious