Dill Pickle Cornbread Muffins (Printable Recipe)

Savory muffins with pickle relish, Parmesan, and butter—great for brunch or chili night.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Muffin Batter

01 - 1 (15-ounce) package cornbread baking mix
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1 1/4 cups dill pickle relish
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 cup)
06 - 2/3 cup whole milk
07 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (about 2 2/3 ounces)
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
10 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

→ For Baking

11 - Cooking spray

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a 12-well muffin pan with cooking spray.
02 - In a medium bowl, stir together cornbread mix, baking powder, pickle relish, egg, Parmesan, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, and salt until well combined.
03 - Divide the batter evenly among prepared muffin wells, using about 1/3 cup per well.
04 - Bake for 20 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are golden brown.
05 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For added flavor, swap Parmesan with cheddar, pepper Jack, or fold in cooked bacon.