
There is something deeply satisfying about a warm, golden corn muffin fresh from the oven, and this recipe delivers exactly that — tender crumb, a gentle sweetness from honey, and just enough richness from butter and buttermilk to make every bite feel like a treat. For anyone navigating a seeds-free diet, packaged corn muffin mixes can be a minefield of hidden sunflower oil, sesame, or poppy seed additions that show up without much warning on the label. This recipe keeps things beautifully straightforward: cornmeal, flour, buttermilk, eggs, butter, and honey — nothing that sneaks in an unwanted ingredient. The batter comes together quickly with just two bowls and a spatula, and the key is folding until just combined so the muffins stay light rather than dense. A touch of honey in the wet ingredients gives the tops that gorgeous caramel-kissed color as they bake. These are equally at home alongside a bowl of chili, on a weekend brunch table, or simply eaten warm with a little extra butter melting into the top.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Grease all 12 cups of a standard muffin tin with neutral oil or softened butter, coating the rims as well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
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