Description
Pimiento Corn Muffins are a comforting and flavorful treat combining smoky smoked turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and a touch of sweetness and spice. These fluffy and moist muffins are perfect as a savory snack, side dish, or breakfast option, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (natural)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 cup melted plant-based butter
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup smoked turkey bacon, chopped and crisped
- 1/3 cup diced pimiento peppers
- 1/2 cup shredded plant-based cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon and Pimientos: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces and lightly crisp them in a pan over medium heat. Drain excess fat and set aside. Dice the pimiento peppers finely to release their flavor while keeping a pleasant texture in the muffins.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and brown sugar (natural) to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and melted plant-based butter until smooth.
- Incorporate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix and gently fold until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the muffins tender. Then fold in the crisp smoked turkey bacon, diced pimientos, and shredded plant-based cheese.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Divide the batter evenly into a greased muffin tin. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm to enjoy the melted cheese and smoky bacon flavors at their best.
Notes
- Use fresh pimientos for vibrant color and better texture than canned.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent tough muffins.
- Use room temperature eggs and plant-based milk for more even blending.
- Customize the plant-based cheese to your flavor preference.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon a day ahead to save time during preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pimiento corn muffins, savory muffins, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, cornmeal muffins, gluten-free muffins, savory snack