Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Muffins
Spice up your next meal with these irresistible Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Muffins! Packed with the perfect balance of sharp cheddar cheese, sweet cornmeal, and a fiery kick of fresh jalapenos, these golden muffins are a flavor explosion in every bite. The rich, buttery batter is elevated with optional fresh chives for a hint of herbal freshness, making them an ideal companion to chili, barbecue, or even a hearty breakfast spread. Ready in under 30 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are light yet satisfyingly savory, with a tempting golden crust and fluffy interior. Whether served warm straight from the oven or enjoyed later, they’re the ultimate crowd-pleaser for spicy snack lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 Large egg
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 medium Jalapenos, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat, optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, and egg until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, and optional chives, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 464 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 3429 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.9 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.3 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1167 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 997 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
