Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line or grease your muffin tin. Don’t skip this—muffins need immediate heat to rise properly.
Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Break up any lumps like you’re serious about it.
Mix the wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, and milk until smooth and glossy. If it smells buttery, you’re doing it right.
Combine wet and dry. Pour the wet mixture into the dry. Stir gently until just combined. Stop when you still see a few streaks. Overmixing is the enemy.
Fold in any add-ins. Corn kernels or herbs go in now. Be gentle—this batter doesn’t like being bullied.
Fill the muffin cups. About ¾ full is perfect. They need room to rise, not overflow.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool slightly, then enjoy. Or grab one immediately and accept the consequences. We’ve all been there.