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Home » Breads » Mini Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffin Bites (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Mini Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffin Bites (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Published: Mar 4, 2019 · Modified: Apr 13, 2019 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Everything you love about cornbread and muffins, just in bite-sized form! These Mini Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffin Bites are vegan, allergy-free, and only 7 ingredients! These mini muffins are buttery, slightly sweet, great for kids, and will be your go-to recipe for easy corn muffins!

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I love mini muffins, you love mini muffins, we all love mini muffins! Corn muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, in the bread basket on the dinner table. You really can't go wrong and they are such a classic baked good! Making them mini for cornbread muffin bites just makes the cornbread eating experience 10x better! These little bites of gluten-free cornbread are just 1 tablespoon each, super tiny, but also super quick! Just about 10-12 minutes are you've got a big batch of freshly baked mini muffins on your hands!

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What's the difference between cornbread muffins and corn muffins?

Technically, nothing. You can make the argument that for corn muffins you may find actual corn kernels, but the two terms, cornbread muffins and corn muffins, can be used interchangeably. Whatever rolls off the tongue easier for you. I grew up calling any type of corn muffin, just that, "corn muffins". "Cornbread muffins" is a bit more universal and lets you know right away, what to expect.

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How do you make mini cornbread muffins?

You only need 7 common pantry staples for these mini gluten-free muffin bites! Cornmeal, gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, one commercial egg replacement, sweetener, vegan/allergy-free butter, and some non-dairy milk! Mix all the ingredients together, fill a mini muffin pan with a tablespoon of batter for each mini muffin cup, bake at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes and you, my friend, will have about 2 dozen mini gluten-free cornbread muffin bites on your hands!

Can I make large muffins from mini muffins?

Totally! If you don't have a mini muffin pan, feel free to use a normal large-sized muffin pan. The amount of muffins you get out of the batter will vary. I'd say about 8 standard muffins from this recipe.

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Should cornbread be sweet or savory?

Apparently, true Southern cornbread should NOT be sweet. True Southern cornbread doesn't even have flour in it, just cornmeal. Every family, every region, is going to have their own tried-and-true favorite variations on how they make cornbread. To me, cornbread shouldn't be overly sweet, nor wholly savory either. A nice, simple "plain" in-between in the "sweet spot" (pun intended). You can make these mini cornbread muffins to reflect whatever you and your family's preference is. This recipe calls for just ¼ cup erythritol. You could do ½ cup of granulated sweetener, you could leave it out entirely, or you could even make these spicy and savory with black pepper, jalapenos, cayenne, etc.

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Can you freeze mini cornbread muffin bites?

Yes! Just like most big-batch baked goods, making them ahead during a meal prep session and freezing some for later use is a perfect choice. After you've baked the mini muffin bites, let them cool completely on a wire rack, then freeze them flat in plastic freezer bags. To thaw them out, just bring them to room temperature or pop them in the microwave to thaw immediately; even give them a quick toast in the toaster oven, if need be!

How should you serve cornbread muffins?

The better question is, "how should you not serve these little cornbread muffins?!" They are great for EVERYTHING! An easy, quick, kid-friendly breakfast or snack, great for packing in lunchboxes, on-the-go in the car, as a much better bread basket option that you can butter up and serve alongside your cozy favorite winter chili. They would make a fun appetizer and they're totally approved for an adult breakfast too! 3 or 4 mini muffins + some nut/seed butter and jam? Forget the toast!

Mini Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffin Bites

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Everything you love about cornbread and muffins, just in bite-sized form! These Mini Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffin Bites are vegan, allergy-free, and only 7 ingredients! These mini muffins are buttery, slightly sweet, great for kids, and will be your go-to recipe for easy corn muffins!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Prep Time: 2 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 12 mins
  • Yield: 22-24 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Side
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ Cups Stone Ground Cornmeal
  • ½ Cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 Prepared Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacement
  • ¼ Cup Granulated Erythritol (or preferred granulated sweetener)
  • ½ Stick Vegan/Allergy-Free Butter (I use MELT)
  • ½ Cup Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all cornbread muffin ingredients together, in the order listed, and mix together well to form your cornbread batter.
  3. In a greased 24-count mini muffin pan, scoop 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin tin, until all batter is used.
  4. Bake the mini muffins for 10-12 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Remove from oven, transfer the muffins to a wire rack, and allow them to cool completely before storing in an airtight container or freezing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3

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Quick, easy, simple, gluten-free, vegan, top allergen-free, super cute (of course!), and deliciously poppable? How could you say no? That's right! You can't! I won't blame you if these become a weekend meal prep staple for you and your family! They are the best way to serve up some cornbread and perfect for customizing if you feel adventurous! Let me know if you try any fun add-ins!

So tell me:

+ Cornbread Muffins or Corn Muffins? I'm still saying corn muffins in my head while I type all this!

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  1. Christie

    November 22, 2022 at 8:32 pm

    Do you melt the butter first?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Pytell

      November 23, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      Melted.

      Reply
  2. Carey

    March 10, 2019 at 9:04 pm

    These sound so good! I'll have to try the recipe this week!

    xo, Carey

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2019 at 7:21 am

      Super easy and delish!

      Reply
  3. Melissa

    March 10, 2019 at 7:58 pm

    Sounds yummy. I will be making these!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 11, 2019 at 7:21 am

      Glad to hear it. Enjoy!

      Reply
  4. ania

    March 09, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    OMG, I'm making them right now, my girls are Gluten and dairy free, and we always look for new ideas what cake to make

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 09, 2019 at 2:59 pm

      YES! Let me know what you think!!

      Reply
  5. Mandy

    March 08, 2019 at 11:15 am

    Wow these look amazing! Need to take the weekend to make them at home!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 08, 2019 at 12:24 pm

      They're done in a flash!

      Reply
  6. Toni | Boulder Locavore

    March 07, 2019 at 11:03 pm

    These are perfect! I could eat an entire batch!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 08, 2019 at 12:18 am

      Yup, perfect little bites!

      Reply
  7. Debby

    March 07, 2019 at 11:40 am

    These look delicious! I'll definitely try them. Thank you so much for posting this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 07, 2019 at 1:17 pm

      Corn muffins are never a bad thing!

      Reply
  8. Pam

    March 06, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    I grew up with savory cornbread, but for the last several years I've been using a gluten free mix that is very moist and kind of sweet. I like them both, but I am going to try your recipe for sure! The mix is expensive! Also, thank you for all of the great gf recipes you share. I have celiac, and I always look forward to seeing what you have to share.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 06, 2019 at 1:41 pm

      Ah, yea! Never use a mix! From scratch is always the best (especially when gluten-free!)
      And thank you! I'm so glad you love our recipes!

      Reply
  9. Maria@everydaymomsquad.com

    March 05, 2019 at 11:33 pm

    Mmmm, I love cornbread. I will have to make this. It would be perfect for my kids too. Your recipes look really good! I'll be trying some of them. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 06, 2019 at 7:37 am

      I'm glad to hear it! You'll find all the best gluten-free + free-from food here!

      Reply
  10. Kelsey

    March 05, 2019 at 9:57 pm

    My 5 year old has a gluten intolerance and I bet he would love these!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 06, 2019 at 7:36 am

      If he like cornbread, lol!

      Reply
  11. Aarika

    March 05, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    I can't wait to try this recipe! Yum! I adore cornbread, and I'm always looking for tasty gluten-free options. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 5:36 pm

      Me too! Cornbread is such a classic and comforting taste!

      Reply
  12. Leah

    March 05, 2019 at 4:18 pm

    Oh yes please. I love finding new yummy vegan recipes!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 4:24 pm

      Lol, great.

      Reply
  13. Jennifer Maune

    March 05, 2019 at 1:02 pm

    You can’t go wrong with a good cornbread recipe! Loving the idea of making them into muffins - great way to make it fun for the kids!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 2:16 pm

      Yes! Super easy for some finger food!

      Reply
  14. Raina

    March 05, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    Can I just say these are so cute? And perfect to pair with soup!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      Haha, right? Love anything mini here!

      Reply
  15. Rachel

    March 04, 2019 at 8:08 pm

    Yum! I love cornbread! This looks like a great recipe for all dietary needs!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 7:53 am

      Always delicious, right?

      Reply
  16. Indya | The Small Adventurer

    March 04, 2019 at 7:20 pm

    There's nothing I love more than a delicious gluten free recipe 🙌 Although, I WILL admit I've never had cornbread, or even heard of it before. Judging by the other comments though, it's apparently delicious, so I'll have to add it to the "to try" list 😋

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 7:53 am

      You need a trip to the US, lol!

      Reply
  17. Ayanna

    March 04, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    Yummy! I love making cornbread muffins too because it is a great way to have portion control.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 7:52 am

      If you have problems with that, sure!

      Reply
  18. Leigh Suznovich

    March 04, 2019 at 6:37 pm

    YUM!! I love cornbread, these look absolutely scrumptious.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 05, 2019 at 7:52 am

      Right? Always so good!

      Reply
  19. Annaliese

    March 04, 2019 at 8:45 am

    Yum!! I love cornbread, so cornbread mini muffins sound delightful!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 04, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      A perfect little bite for anyone!

      Reply
  20. Laura Beth Allen

    March 04, 2019 at 8:40 am

    Girl, is there anything you can't make? You inspire me! I absolutely love cornbread... who doesn't? And these pictures are making me so hungry! Definitely pinning these to make later! Thank you for this recipe!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 04, 2019 at 2:17 pm

      Thank you so much! That means a lot! I hope you enjoy these! So super easy!

      Reply

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