Sweet Corn Cake Muffins
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly soft and fluffy Sweet Corn Cake Muffins, inspired by the beloved Marie Callender's recipe. Unlike traditional cornbread, these muffins boast a tender, cake-like texture that makes them a perfect snack or breakfast option. Made with a clever blend of corn muffin mix and yellow cake mix, each bite is sweet and comforting. Whether served on their own, drizzled with honey, or accompanied by your favorite jam, these muffins are a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed at any time of day.
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Corn muffin mix
1 (9 ounce box)
Yellow cake mix
1 (18 ounce box)
Milk
1/3 (cup)
Eggs
4 (large)
Butter
1/3 (cup, melted)
Water
1 (cup)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or thoroughly spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn muffin mix and yellow cake mix until evenly blended.
3
Add in the milk, eggs, melted butter, and water. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined. Expect a thick batter.
4
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full. You should be able to make approximately 12 regular-sized muffins and 24 mini muffins with this batter, with a little left over for taste-testing.
5
For mini muffins, bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. For regular-sized muffins, bake for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6
Allow muffins to cool slightly before removing from the pan, serve warm, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Sweet Corn Cake Muffins?
They are soft and fluffy muffins inspired by Marie Callender's recipe, made using a blend of corn muffin mix and yellow cake mix.
What is the texture of these corn cake muffins?
Unlike traditional cornbread, these muffins have a tender, irresistibly soft, and cake-like texture.
What are the primary ingredients needed?
The recipe requires corn muffin mix, yellow cake mix, milk, eggs, melted butter, and water.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the muffin pan?
You can either line the muffin pan with paper liners or thoroughly spray it with non-stick spray.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Combine the 9-ounce box of corn muffin mix and the 18-ounce box of yellow cake mix in a large bowl until evenly blended.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
This recipe calls for 4 large eggs.
How much butter is used and how should it be prepared?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of butter, which should be melted before being added to the batter.
What should the consistency of the batter be?
After mixing all the ingredients thoroughly, you should expect a thick batter.
How full should I fill each muffin cup?
You should fill the muffin cups approximately 2/3 full with the batter.
How many regular-sized muffins does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 12 regular-sized muffins.
How many mini muffins can I make with this batter?
The batter can produce about 24 mini muffins.
How long do I bake mini muffins?
Mini muffins should be baked for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
How long do I bake regular-sized muffins?
Regular muffins take about 20 minutes to bake.
How do I know when the muffins are finished baking?
The muffins are done when they are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should the muffins be served warm or cold?
They are best enjoyed when served warm after cooling slightly in the pan.
What are some recommended toppings for these muffins?
These muffins are delicious on their own, or they can be drizzled with honey or served with your favorite jam.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, their sweet and comforting nature makes them an excellent breakfast or snack option.
What size corn muffin mix box is used?
The recipe calls for one 9-ounce box of corn muffin mix.
What size yellow cake mix box is needed?
The recipe requires one 18-ounce box of yellow cake mix.
How much milk is needed for the batter?
You will need 1/3 cup of milk.
How much water is added to the mixture?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of water.
What makes this recipe 'easy'?
It uses pre-packaged mixes and simple pantry staples for a quick and straightforward baking process.
Can these muffins be served as a dessert?
Yes, because of their sweet, cake-like texture, they are often enjoyed as a dessert.
What is the inspiration behind this specific recipe?
The recipe is inspired by the popular sweet corn cake served at Marie Callender's restaurants.
Do I need any special equipment to make these?
No special equipment is needed besides a large mixing bowl and a standard or mini muffin pan.
Can I use this batter for both mini and regular muffins at once?
Yes, the batter yields enough for both, though you must adjust baking times for each size.
Is the butter added before or after the dry ingredients are combined?
The butter is added along with the other wet ingredients after the two dry mixes have been blended.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The recipe makes approximately 24 servings depending on the size of the muffin cups used.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include muffins, cornbread, corn cake, baking, sweet, dessert, easy recipe, snack, breakfast, and comfort food.