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Eric and I just got back from Orlando, which was blazin’ hot. We thought we’d get a little reprieve once we landed in Ohio, only to be welcomed by 95 degree temperatures. Not cool, Ohio – not cool at all. So of course, what better plan is there than to crank up my oven and bake a delicious summer play on Cornmeal Muffins?
When the weather heats up, I find myself craving lemonade. I’m fairly certain there isn’t anything more refreshing than a tall, ice cold glass of homemade lemonade – more specifically Raspberry Lemonade. I’m also a lover of fresh berries in my lemonade, I think they combine perfectly to a create sweet and tart flavor that truly hits the spot.
These Raspberry Lemon Cornmeal Muffins were inspired by my love of that lemonade and my need for a quick and tasty breakfast that I can grab while I run out the door on the way to these last few weeks of school – Summer break here we come.
Sweet, fresh raspberries and tangy lemon all rolled up into one deliciously moist cornmeal muffin. And by using Truvia Baking Blend, I am able to cut back on the calories while still enjoying my morning breakfast muffin.
These muffins are perfect for eating on a warm spring morning, alongside your cup of coffee, or hey, even a nice tall glass of lemonade. Lemonade is totally the new breakfast trend!
Raspberry Lemon Cornmeal Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup of Truvia Baking Blend (see sugar substitution note below)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
- 1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk plus about 2 tablespoons for tops
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 1/2 cups raspberries, rinsed, drained and patted dry
- Nonstick cooking spray (I use Coconut Oil Spray from Trader Joe's)
Directions:
- Position rack to center of oven and preheat to 400°F. Lightly coat a standard muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper muffin liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, Truvia Baking Blend, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and lemon zest.
- In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg yolks, and butter. Slowly stir buttermilk mixture into flour mixture until just blended.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment or in a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until just stiff. Gently fold the stiff egg whites and raspberries into the batter until just combined.
- Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup three-quarters full. Bake muffins for 12 minutes, remove from oven and gently brush the tops with remaining buttermilk. Continue baking until the muffin tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean; about 6 to 8 minutes more.
- Let muffins cool slightly, about 10 minutes, before removing from muffin tin.
Notes:
- I used fresh raspberries for this recipe, but you could try any of your favorite berries in place of the raspberries. - I decided to make these with no liners, because they hold up very well, but feel free to use your favorite muffin liners. - If you would like to use granulated sugar in place of the Truvia Baking Blend, simply double the measurement to 1/2 cup sugar.Follow Jamie on Instagram. We love to see what you're baking from MBA! Be sure to tag @jamiemba and use the hashtag #mbarecipes!
Disclosure: My Baking Addiction has teamed up with Truvia to develop recipes using Truvia® Baking Blend. This is a sponsored post written as part of that program. All opinions about Truvia Baking Blend are my own.
Sounds like a great combination! Can’t wait to try them.
Seonald,
Thank you! Please stop back and let us know how they turn out! Have a great day!
Jamie
Wow, what an interesting combination. I’ll be having these for breakfast soon.
Charlie,
It’s a wonderful combo! Definitely give them a try. Thanks for following MBA and have a great day!
Jamie
Makes me want to make some raspberry lemonade! That is my fave. I’ve never used Truvia. Will have to give it a try. ;)
Michele-
Thanks so much for stopping by – have a great weekend.
-Jamie
I made these last night and they are fabulous! I used regular sugar and blackberries and will definitely make them again.
Jenn-
Ooooh I bet the blackberries were amazing! Thanks so much for stopping by and reporting back.
-Jamie
Agree on the lemonade, so refreshing. And, these muffins, I think I’ll be baking them this weekend. We have had a very long spring here in New England, we’ve only been in the eighties twice. Holiday forecast is calling for rainy and cool, good baking weather. Won’t the muffins be a nice treat to bring to a cookout!
Paula-
We’ve had a little reprieve too – it’s only supposed to be in the high 60s this weekend, which is fine by me. Have a great holiday weekend and thanks so much for stopping by.
-Jamie
Wow looks great. I don’t think I can get cornmeal but this looks perfect! :)
Thanks so much for stopping by – have a great day!
-Jamie
love, love these! such a perfect summer breakfast treat… can’t wait to whip up a batch!
Abby-
They are indeed the perfect breakfast! In fact, I wish I had one right now! :) Have a great weekend and thanks so much for stopping by.
-Jamie
95 degrees?! I would not survive!
Love these muffins btw. I am a fan of anything involving cornmeal!
YES! It was brutal – the weather totally chilled out though – so I am in a much better mood. ;) Thanks so much for stopping by – have a great weekend.
-Jamie
I absolutely love raspberries and lemons together! These sound delicious.
Rachel-
Me too – it’s my favorite summer combination! Thanks so much for stopping by.
-Jamie
I can only imagine how hot it is there right now! it’s actually pretty rainy here in Montreal, but it’s a nice change. Lovely recipe!
Katrina-
It’s actually cooled down a bit in Ohio – only 75 today which means I can crank the oven back up today! Thanks for stopping by.
-Jamie