Best 6 Chili Cornmeal Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of chili cornmeal muffin recipes, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These savory muffins, brimming with the warmth of chili and the rustic charm of cornmeal, offer a satisfying treat for any occasion. From classic chili cornbread muffins to unique variations infused with cheese, bacon, and even sweet corn, our recipes cater to diverse palates. Whether you're seeking a hearty breakfast option, a flavorful side dish, or an easy grab-and-go snack, these chili cornmeal muffins promise to tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind these delectable creations.

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BASIC CORN MUFFINS



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A simple but delicious muffin recipe that can easily be dressed up by adding jalapenos, honey or anything else.

Provided by Doug Matthews

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Corn Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup canola oil
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease muffin pan or line with paper muffin liners.
  • In a large bowl, mix together corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add egg, oil and milk; stir gently to combine. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 196.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

CORNBREAD AND CHILI BITES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 18

Cooking spray, for the muffin pan
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 pound ground beef chuck
Kosher salt
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 scallion, thinly sliced
About 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar or Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • For the cornbread: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Generously spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt and baking soda in a medium bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg and butter. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the cornmeal mix and whisk until incorporated. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups (1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon per cup). Rap the muffin pan on the counter several times so the batter spreads evenly in each cup.
  • Bake until slightly domed on top and golden brown on the underside, about 10 minutes. Cool completely in the pan. Hold a paring knife at an angle to cut a conical shape out of the top of each muffin so that the base is like a shallow bowl. Reserve the cut-out tops.
  • For the chili: Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the chocolate and 3/4 cup water and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has cooked off, about 10 minutes. Keep warm or reheat before serving.
  • Make the bites: Reheat the cornbread if desired (the best way is in the microwave 1 to 2 minutes to avoid drying them out). Divide the chili evenly between the cornbread cups and top with a sprinkling of cheese and scallions. Place the cornbread top on top and serve warm.

CHILI CORN MUFFINS



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Hot corn bread was one of my childhood favorites. This muffin version with a Southwest flavor that I devised is now my and my husband's favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
5 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
2/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and chili powder. In a small bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, oil, onion and chilies. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHILI CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Categories     Bread     Bake     Super Bowl     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Cornmeal     Corn     Hot Pepper     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter twelve 1/3-cup metal muffin cups. Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add corn and chili powder. Sauté 3 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Mix in buttermilk, then eggs. Cool completely.
  • Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl to blend. Add buttermilk mixture; stir just until blended.
  • Divide batter among prepared muffin cups. Bake until tester inserted into center of muffins comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer muffins to rack. Cool slightly. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cool completely. Wrap in foil, seal in plastic bag and freeze. Rewarm muffins wrapped in foil in 350°F oven until heated through, about 8 minutes.)

CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Corn bread is very popular in this part of the country as a complement to soup. These muffins are really easy to make and have good texture and flavor!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cream-style corn
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large egg
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Make a well in the center. Add the remaining ingredients; stir just until blended. Spoon into greased muffin cups. , Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat, Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.

UNBELIEVABLY MOIST CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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From a Gay Lea recipe flyer. Definitely not a low fat recipe. Tried numerous recipes previously with mixed results (too dry, too crumbly), but these are always mmmm....perfect! Enjoy with soup, salad, chili. Add grated cheese if you wish. Can be frozen.

Provided by fluffystew

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups gay lea sour cream (light)
3/4 cup butter, melted and cooled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grease or put muffin cups into a 12-muffin pan. (or use a 9-inch square baking pan).
  • Combine dry ingredients in a bowl: cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt.
  • In another bowl, combine wet ingredients: eggs, sour cream and melted butter.
  • Add wet ingredients into the dry and mix well.
  • Put into muffin cups or baking pan.
  • Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.1, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 377, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 3.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornmeal for the best flavor. Fresh cornmeal has a sweeter, more pronounced corn flavor than older cornmeal. If you can't find fresh cornmeal, you can use stone-ground cornmeal, which has a more coarse texture but still good flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the muffins tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the muffins in a hot oven. This will help the muffins rise and develop a crispy crust.
  • Let the muffins cool before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Chili cornmeal muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. They are perfect for a quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover chili. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect chili cornmeal muffins every time.

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