It snowed yesterday and I did everything I could think of to get Adrienne excited about it. We talked about it when she woke up, we bundled up in cute warm clothes, I made a snowball, shook it off the trees and watched it fall, pointed out the snowflakes in the air, made footprints…
…and all she wanted to do was cling to me for dear life.
Eventually she got down and walked on the (snow-free) sidewalk with her thumb stuck resolutely in her mouth, and her other hand on top of her head…which is her someone-please-help-me-I-do-not-like-this-situation pose that is usually reserved for bedtime and for meeting new people.
After she asked to go inside a couple of times, I dropped my faux-snow-excitement and we headed inside and to the kitchen.
Where we both felt a little more comfortable.
These little mini-muffins only take 15 minutes from start to finish. They’re only slightly sweet and very hearty. A perfect winter food. (They also go perfectly with chili.)
There’s that smile. She really is my daughter.
Mini Cornbread Muffins
PRINT Recipe
- 3/4 C yellow corn meal
- 1/2 C whole wheat flour
- 1/2 C all purpose flour
- 3/4 t baking powder
- 1/4 t baking soda
- 2 T sugar
- 1/4 t salt
- 3/4 C milk
- 1 egg
- 2 T oil
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line 20 mini-muffin tins with paper cups, or spray with non-stick.
Whisk together the dry ingredients. Then add the milk, egg, and oil and mix until just combined.
Drop by tablespoon full into the muffin times.
Bake 10-12 minutes or until starting to brown.
She’s so precious. And while I DO like snow, it’s a little early as I’m still enjoying the fall season. I hope the snow melts quickly and you can enjoy the rest of fall as well. (and that when it does come back, A warms up to it a bit!)
Forget the muffins, I want your daugher. I ADORE seeing her pics pop up on instagram. She is just beautiful and adorable.
Are fleece jackets for mini kiddos not the cutest thing in the entire world?? I’m jealous of your snow! I can’t wait for Ohio snow.
Brrrrrrrrr!!! Come visit, we can go to the beach!
How do you have that much snow already? That’s crazy!
At least you have chili and cornbread to warm your soul
One of my best friends lives in CO and she just posted some pictures of the first snow on Facebook. I can’t believe it’s snowing there already. It’s still 75 degrees here!
oh my gosh she is too cute! we would be friends I hate snow, I much prefer being bundled inside baking and drinking hot chocolate! Corn bread muffins are my favorite!
That first picture! Adorable. These muffins looks wonderful too- perfect with stew.
I’ve got all the ingredients for these and I plan on making chili this weekend – thanks!
haha. this is great. I can’t believe you guys have snow! You should get A to say “Holy Buckets its snowing!” and maybe that will get her excited about it
Adrienne is such a little doll! These muffins look perfect for all of the soup and chili recipes that I have on my “to make” list.
I can’t believe I’m seeing snow on your blog. It’s making me cold! She looks adorable all bundled up and the second pic of her is just awesome. Her face!
all i want is to just munch on her little cheeks!!! i have to admit i don’t really miss the reoccurring snowfalls, but the first snow is always exciting! mini cornbread muffins are way cooler though
Aww, what a little cutie. We had some snow stick last night. The dogs are psyched about it! I’m sure Adrienne will be loving it soon enough!
These look so delicious!! And I just adore A’s little pose. And her hat. xoxo
She is just adorable. One of the little boys that I babysit does that exact same thing with his hand/head when he’s tired. It’s so cute! I’m glad to hear you’re making the most of the snow….I’m not ready for it yet.
I remember my baby’s first foray into snow, when she really got it. It’s amazing sharing those firsts of discovery.
Katie – I LOVE HER! She is adorable. Simply adorable! I love her pose/stance as she stares at the snow – you’re right, she does look scared! I would need a mini cornbread muffin after all that too
I am sure I say this on every comment but she is SO darn cute. Dreading the snow here myself. It was 78 here yesterday!
That little sweetheart. She’ll come around to snow soon enough…maybe after a good sledding trip
But I agree – the kitchen is the best place to be on a snowy day – all warm and cozy!
Also? I’m now adding these corn bread muffins to my upcoming chili recipe!
I can not even handle the fact that you guys are getting snow already.
Oh man is she a cutie! I love that fleece hat she’s wearing, too! Do they come in my size?
The recipe looks fab, too. I’m just curious…I don’t have any all-purpose flour! All I have is 100% whole wheat flour & 100% whole wheat pastry flour. Would either of those work instead of the 1/2 C. all-purpose?
Aw, haha, that pose cracks me up! I’m usually happier eating than being outside in the cold, too. I predict that the next time there’s snow she will be ALL OVER it. Let me know how that turns out.
Oh man, she doesn’t like winter either?! I’m going to have to figure out how to share some of my snow excitement with you both now!
snow!!!!!!!!!!!! i am soo coming to visit!!!
Mmmm these would be fantastic with a bowl of that soup!
Apart from the fact that I can’t even fathom snow right now either, (it’s supposed to be 81 here tomorrow!) Adrienne is just too funny. Has she seen the ocean or been on a beach yet? I was with a toddler who stepped foot in the sand for the first time – hilarious.
She hasn’t but I’m DYING to show her he ocean. I know she would love it.
Ahh! Cutie as always.. She looks very concerned about the snow!
She is too cute!
Love her little outfit. What a cutie. Do I say that every time I comment? Yeah, I think so.
Cute Cute Cute!!!!
Oh and the muffins look delicious too
Oh my heart. I know that “HELP” pose. Gigi had one where she pinched her neck. I miss it so much.
awwww…hahaha. i love the “help me!!!” pose. thumbs are such a comfort.
I’m the SAME way about snow. I love it for like, 20 seconds when it’s falling. Then I want it gone and for flowers to appear everywhere.
Basically I’m a sissy.
i love her.
You kill me with her pictures!
Snow? Already? I’m with Baby A on this one.
The corn muffins look splendid!!
She is too cute!! I can’t wait to try these muffins. Hopefully a cold front comes this way soon.
Precious! I take that as a sign you all should move to snow free Austin! Ha!
Oh my the muffins look great, and your daughter is just precious.
So cute that she was afraid of the snow….she’ll get used to it soon enough! Trying out this recipe soon. I bought corn meal a few weeks ago with the intention of making some muffins but never got into looking up recipes. Now I don’t need to
Oh. My god. I clicked on this expecting to scroll straight to the cornbread recipe (which I’m currently obsessed with) but that first photo of your daughter is AMAZING. She is ADORABLE!!! You are one lucky mom. And she is a lucky kid, to have a mom getting such priceless shots of her
Also, the recipe looks like a winner. I love whole wheat flour + minimal oil so I will have to give these a try!
jealous of your snow.
i love mini things.
especially that mini katie.
xo