Not every muffin needs to be sweet. If your family is ready for a break from blueberry and banana, these bacon and sweetcorn muffins are a savoury alternative that kids genuinely enjoy helping to make — and eating.
They’re cheesy, hearty enough for a lunchbox or after-school snack, and simple enough that little hands can help mix the batter, crack the eggs, or stir in the sweetcorn.
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You can easily vary what goes into these muffins depending on what’s in the fridge. Try ham instead of bacon, or chopped peppers instead of sweetcorn, if that suits your child’s taste better.
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Bacon and Sweetcorn Muffins
This recipe makes 12 muffins.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 250g / 9oz bacon bits or chopped bacon rashers
- 1 cup cheddar, grated
- 1½ cups frozen corn, defrosted (or use tinned sweetcorn)
- Fresh herbs, finely chopped — chives or parsley work well
Method
1. Preheat your oven to 180ºC / 350ºF. Grease a 12-hole muffin tin or line with muffin cases if you have them.
2. In a large pan, fry the bacon until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Mix well.
4. Whisk together the wet ingredients, then pour into the dry mix and stir until just combined.
5. Add the bacon, sweetcorn, cheese and herbs, and mix well.
6. Fill the muffin tin or cases with the batter.
7. Bake for 20–30 minutes, until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Remove the tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze bacon and sweetcorn muffins?
Yes. Once fully cooled, freeze them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to two months. Defrost at room temperature or warm gently in the oven before serving.
Can I make these muffins ahead of time?
Absolutely — they keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days, making them handy for lunchboxes or quick snacks during the week.
Can I swap out the bacon or sweetcorn?
Yes, this recipe is flexible. Chopped ham works well instead of bacon, and diced peppers or grated courgette are good swaps for sweetcorn if that suits your child better.
Are these suitable for a lunchbox?
Yes, they’re a popular lunchbox choice since they’re savoury, filling, and easy to eat cold.
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