Description
Mini Cornbread Crab Muffins are flavorful, easy-to-make snacks combining moist, slightly sweet cornbread with tender fresh crab meat. Perfect for parties, appetizers, or quick treats, they deliver a soft interior with a lightly crispy top and a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Main Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh crab meat, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
Seasonings
- Salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all dry and wet ingredients. Drain the crab meat if packed in water to avoid excess moisture. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and seasonings.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk and melted butter to create a tender and moist base.
- Fold It All Together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined, avoiding overmixing. Gently fold in the crab meat, cheese (if using), and chopped green onions without breaking up the crab lumps.
- Bake: Grease a mini muffin tin and fill each cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before removing from the tin.
Notes
- Use fresh or high-quality lump crab meat for best flavor and texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Use non-stick spray or silicone liners in the muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Check muffins early during baking to avoid overbaking.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before removing to help them stay intact.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini muffins
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Mini Cornbread Crab Muffins, crab snack, cornbread muffins, party appetizers, gluten-free snacks