These gluten-free corn flour muffins are golden and tender with a hint of sweetness. These dairy-free, refined sugar-free muffins are one of my favorite corn flour recipes. These muffins are freezer-friendly, and perfect for a make-ahead breakfast or a snack. They’re made with nutritious ingredients and are quick and easy to prepare.
Main ingredients
This recipe calls for gluten-free corn flour. Corn flour adds a sweet, earthy, corn flavor and a satisfying texture to these muffins. Don’t confuse corn flour with cornstarch (which I believe is known as cornflour in the U.K.) or corn meal – they are all quite different from each other. Be sure that what you use for these muffins is labelled corn flour (and if cross contamination with gluten is something you need to avoid, then be sure it’s labelled gluten-free corn flour).
Unsweetened applesauce adds body and moistness to these corn muffins (without having to use any dairy). I used store bought to save time but homemade applesauce with no added sugar works too if you prefer.
A bit of maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness that enhances the corn flavor in these muffins. You can substitute honey if you prefer.
Extra virgin olive oil gives these muffins a rich, luxurious texture. You can substitute any other oil you prefer as long as it is neutral in flavor (I wouldn’t recommend using coconut oil in these muffins).
How to make these corn flour muffins
Preheat the oven, then grab a large mixing bowl. Add the wet ingredients and salt, then whisk well. Add the dry ingredients and whisk again.
Transfer the batter to a muffin pan lined with paper baking cups (or if you don’t want to use paper cups then you can grease the pan with some olive oil instead). This recipe makes 10 muffins, so divide the batter evenly into 10 spots in the muffin pan, filling each 3/4 of the way.
Bake the muffins for 30 minutes or until they’re golden and a toothpick inserted into the middle of a muffin looks clean upon removal. Let the muffins cool a bit before removing from the pan and enjoying.
Storage and freezing
Store these muffins in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze them for up to six months. Defrost by leaving them at room temperature for a couple of hours (or if you need them sooner you can also defrost them in the microwave or oven).
Optional additions
To boost the corn flavor in these muffins even more, add 1/2 cup of corn kernels (either fresh or frozen is fine).
Or add a tablespoon of chopped jalapeño peppers for a spicy flavor boost.
Some fresh herbs would also make a nice addition to these muffins. A tablespoon of finely chopped chives, basil, or tarragon would be delicious in these corn flour muffins. Or if you prefer to use dried herbs, reduce the amount to a teaspoon.
More corn flour recipes to try
- For another easy and delicious corn flour recipe, try these cornbread cookies.
Corn Flour Muffins
Equipment
- Muffin Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free corn flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, and salt to a large mixing bowl, then use a whisk to mix well.
- Add the corn flour and baking soda and whisk again to combine.
- Spoon the batter into a muffin pan lined with paper baking cups (or if you don’t want to use baking cups you can grease the pan with olive oil instead). This recipe makes 10 muffins, so use 10 spots in the muffin pan, filling each spot about 3/4 full.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes or until the muffins look golden and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool a bit before removing from the pan and serving.
Notes
- Store these corn flour muffins in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze them for up to six months.
- Optional additions: 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen corn kernels and/or 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs such as chives, basil, or tarragon (or 1 teaspoon dried herbs).
Nutrition
More gluten-free muffin recipes
- These gluten-free applesauce muffins are perfect for a make-ahead breakfast or snack.
- Or try these hearty chocolate buckwheat muffins. They’re made with nutritious, gluten-free ingredients but taste like a treat.