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Corn Meal Mini Muffins with Dried Blueberries

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15 min

Corn Meal Mini Muffins with Dried Blueberries

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Time

15 min

Serving

24 persons

Calories

0

Rating

4.00★ (1)

Author: Konda Liza

Thiese simple but tasty mini muffins will be vanished so quickly from the plate that you can easily double all ingredients to cook them if you have a big family. These muffins do tasty, ideal companion to the house cosiness.

Ingredients

  • vegetable fat: 50 g
  • vanilla sticks: 1 piece
  • butter: 70 g
  • blueberries: 200 g (dried)
  • vanilla essence: 0.5 tsp
  • egg: 1 piece
  • buttermilk: 1 cup
  • milk: 0.5 cup
  • sugar: 4 Tbsp
  • baking powder: 1 tsp
  • salt: 2 pinch
  • wheat flour: 0.5 cup
  • corn meal: 1 cup

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  1. Pre-heat the oven to 200 C (390F) degrees. In a bowl mix corn meal, wheat flour, salt, sugar (2 Tbsp) and baking powder.

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  2. In another bowl mix milk, buttermilk and egg.

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  3. Pour carefully milk mixture over dry ingredients and stir properly.

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  4. Add vegetable fat, stirring all the time. It will make right texture of the muffins.

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  5. Add blueberries, vanilla essence and stir. Try to spread blueberries all over the dough. Add more blueberries or less, up to you.

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  6. Spoon the dough into a muffin tray cups. Bake during 10 minutes until golden brown.

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  7. Meanwhile make vanilla butter. Mix in a small bowl butter, sugar (2 Tbsp), vanilla stick.

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  8. Place butter in a little pot or cup and serve with muffins.

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History of the Corn Meal Mini Muffins with Dried Blueberries:

Corn meal mini muffins with dried blueberries are a classic American recipe that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for many years. Cornmeal is a coarse flour made by grinding dried corn kernels. The origin of cornmeal can be traced back to Native Americans who used it as a staple in their diet. The use of blueberries dates back to the colonial era when colonizers learned about this nutritious fruit from the Native Americans. Combining blueberries with cornmeal makes for a savory and sweet treat that is both satisfying and delicious.

Tips and Tricks for Corn Meal Mini Muffins with Dried Blueberries Recipe:

  1. Use buttermilk instead of regular milk to give the muffins a tangy flavor and soft texture.
  2. Don't overmix the batter as it can lead to hard muffins.
  3. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well after each addition to avoid lumps.
  4. Use dried blueberries instead of fresh ones as they won't bleed into the batter and give the muffins an uneven texture.
  5. Add some chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter to give the muffins a crunchy texture.
  6. You can replace the vanilla butter with honey or maple syrup for a healthier option.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  1. Dust the muffins with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch.
  2. Serve the muffins on a decorative platter with fresh berries on the side for a pop of color.
  3. Drizzle the muffins with warm vanilla butter for a delicious flavor.
  4. Place the muffins in a mini muffin tin for a bite-sized treat that's perfect for parties or brunches.
  5. Display the muffins in a cute basket lined with a colorful napkin for a cozy and inviting vibe.

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