Description
Elevate your cornbread experience with these Irresistible Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins. With a perfect balance of savory cheddar and spicy jalapeños, these muffins offer a delightful bite both in flavor and texture. Their crispy exterior and moist, cheesy interior make them an ideal addition to any meal or gathering. Enjoy these muffins warm as a side dish or a delicious snack on their own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh jalapeños, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Add melted butter and mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg