Soft and Sweet Peach Cornbread Muffins

Super soft and just a little sweet, these Peach Cornbread Muffins are the ideal way to start your morning or satisfy a light sweet tooth craving during the day. The fresh peaches keep the muffins moist, while the white cornmeal gives them a delightful texture. These delicious muffins are the ultimate summer treat and perfect for any occasion. 

 

Who Knew Peaches and Cornbread Went So Well Together?

Mostly associated with savory meals, if you’re not from the South, you may wonder why I would put fruit in cornbread? But, the combination of peaches and cornbread is a longtime favorite down here. After all, they’re both summer crops, so why wouldn’t we try putting them together? The juicy sweet flavor of peaches pairs beautifully with the slightly sweet and earthy taste of corn. 

I make these muffins with white cornmeal, which is finer and creates a softer texture than traditional cornbread with yellow cornmeal. These muffins aren’t as hearty as my peach cornbread, so if you’re looking for something that leans more traditional, I recommend trying that recipe! 

These muffins are kind of in between, not as sweet as a traditioanl as a peach muffin recipe with streusel and not as hearty as cornbread.

This makes them the perfect as part of a brunch spread or alongside an Easter ham! But I also like to serve them in the morning with a hot cup of coffee or tea, creamy butter, and various jams. Try them with a little blueberry preserves for an extra punch of flavor!

And, if you’re anything like me, I know you have a bunch of extra peaches around, so serve them with some peach wedges and whipped cream as an extra treat. You could even warm them up and serve with a scoop of vanilla or peach ice cream. 

Need an afternoon snack but don’t want something too sweet, these are a great choice.

Pro Tip: Remember to always look for peaches with bright red and yellow skin, a rich scent, and a slight give when you squeeze. Be careful when you squeeze though! You don’t want to bruise your peaches. 

Why You’ll Love Peach Muffins with Fresh Peaches

• Summer Fun – Peaches and corn are abundant all season, so putting them together was a no-brainer! 
• All Day Snack – Serve this in the morning with a cup of coffee or as part of a savory meal.
• Southern Tradition – Combine two Southern classics

What You’ll Need For Cornbread Muffins

Peaches – Peel and finely chop enough peaches to make one cup, depending on the size, it will be 1-2 peaches. You can also use frozen or canned peaches, just make sure to drain them before adding if using canned.

Dairy – Pull out the milk and butter! 

White Cornmeal – White cornmeal is much finer than the classic yellow, and it creates a much softer texture. 

Pantry Staples – sugar, flour and baking powder.

Prep in 15 minutes

Step One: Cream Sugar

Use a mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg and beat to combine. 

Step Two: Whisk Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and baking powder. Add ½ of the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix just until combined, then fold in the peaches.

Step Three: Bake Muffins

Line the muffin tins with paper liners and add the batter and bake for 20-25 minutes. They will be slightly brown on top and a toothpick will come out clean. 

How To Store Cornbread

On The Counter: Cornbread can be kept at room temperature for two to three days.

In The Fridge: Store cooled cornbread in an airtight container for up to five days. 

In The Freezer: Place completely cooled cornbread in a ziplock for up to three months. 

More Cornbread Recipes To Try

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