Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins

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Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins

Servings: 10–12 muffins
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

A buttery, cheesy, slightly spicy muffin perfect for chili nights, BBQs, or a savory snack.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour

  • ⅓ cup (40 g) finely ground cornmeal

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 3 tbsp (35 g) sugar

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ cup (60 g) butter, melted and cooled

  • 1 large egg

  • ¾ cup (180 ml) cream or milk (or dairy alternative)

  • 1 cup (100 g) cheddar cheese, shredded

  • ¾ cup (120 g) corn kernels, fresh or canned (drained)

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 2 jalapeños – 1 chopped (seeds optional for heat), 1 sliced for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Spray a 10–12 cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or line with paper liners.

2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together:

    • All-purpose flour

    • Cornmeal

    • Baking powder

    • Baking soda

    • Sugar

    • Salt

3️⃣ Combine the Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together:

    • Melted butter

    • Egg

    • Cream (or milk alternative)

  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.

  • Stir until just combined—do not overmix.

4️⃣ Fold in the Flavor

  • Gently fold in:

    • Corn kernels

    • Chopped green onions

    • Chopped jalapeño

    • Shredded cheddar cheese

5️⃣ Fill the Muffin Cups

  • Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups.

  • Top each muffin with a slice of fresh jalapeño for a bakery-style finish.

6️⃣ Bake

  • Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • Let cool slightly before serving.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

  • Serve warm as a side with chili, BBQ, or enjoy on their own.

  • Optional: Spread with butter or a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory touch.

💡 Tips for Success

  • Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor.

  • Drain canned corn well to prevent soggy muffins.

  • Keep some lumps in the batter—overmixing can make muffins dense.

  • For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeños.

🔁 Variations

  • Smoky Twist: Add cooked bacon pieces.

  • Sweet & Spicy: Stir in 1 tbsp honey.

  • Gluten-Free: Swap flour for a 1:1 gluten-free blend.

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