Best 8 Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins Recipes

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**Savory and Spicy: A Culinary Journey with Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins, a unique blend of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. These delectable muffins seamlessly merge the bold heat of jalapenos with the comforting sweetness of cornmeal, creating a delightful harmony in every bite.

Each muffin is crafted with a medley of wholesome ingredients, ensuring a delightful textural experience. The tender crumb, studded with bursts of sweet corn, provides a delightful contrast to the crispy exterior, while the subtle heat from the jalapenos adds a touch of intrigue.

Whether you're hosting a brunch, seeking a satisfying snack, or simply craving a flavorful treat, these Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins are the perfect choice. They can be easily paired with a variety of dishes, from hearty soups and stews to light salads and grilled meats.

Our curated collection of recipes offers a range of options to suit every preference. From classic Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins to creative variations infused with cheese, bacon, or a zesty salsa topping, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey filled with savory heat and delightful flavors. Get ready to experience the irresistible charm of Jalapeno Cornmeal Muffins!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

JALAPENO CORN MUFFINS



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Classic corn muffins flecked with spicy jalapeno are a perfect complement to New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for tin, melted
3/4 cup nonfat buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon coarse salt
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh or frozen (thawed) corn kernels
Unsalted butter, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Brush the cups of a standard 12-cup muffin tin with melted butter, and set aside. Whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and sour cream in a medium bowl until combined, and set aside. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, jalapenos, and corn in a large bowl until combined.
  • With a rubber spatula, fold buttermilk mixture into cornmeal mixture until well combined. Fold in melted butter. Divide batter among muffin cups, filling each three-quarters full. Bake until a cake tester inserted into centers comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Let muffins cool in tin 5 minutes. Turn out into a basket or bowl lined with a clean kitchen towel; cover to keep warm. Serve with butter.

JALAPENO CORN MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus butter for greasing the muffin tin
1 cup fine yellow cornmeal
1 cup corn flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup whole milk
1 cup frozen corn kernels
2 tablespoons minced jalapeno (about 1 jalapeno)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter.
  • Whisk together the cornmeal, corn flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and melted butter.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the corn kernels and jalapenos.
  • Spoon a heaping 1/4 cup batter into each muffin cup. Bake until golden brown and an inserted toothpick comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

JALAPEñO CORNBREAD MUFFINS



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Chopped jalapeño adds the perfect amount of kick to this delicious cornbread muffin recipe! Paired with the subtle sweetness of honey and brown sugar, these easy cornbread muffins are a wonderful snack and side dish. These muffins are mildly spicy with 1 jalapeño. Feel free to increase or reduce the amount of jalapeño based on your preference.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (120g) cornmeal (fine or medium ground)
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
2 Tablespoons (30ml) canola or vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
1/3 cup (67g) packed light or dark brown sugar
2 Tablespoons (30ml) honey
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature*
1-2 chopped jalapeño peppers*

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a 12-count muffin pan with liners or spray with nonstick spray. This recipe makes about 14 muffins, so there will be a 2nd batch. Set pan aside.
  • Whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk the cooled melted butter, oil, brown sugar, and honey together until completely smooth and thick. Then, whisk in the egg until combined. Finally, whisk in the buttermilk. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until combined. Fold in the peppers. Avoid overmixing.
  • Spoon batter into muffin liners, filling all the way to the top. Bake for 5 minutes 425°F (218°C) then, keeping the muffins in the oven, reduce heat to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for another 16-17 minutes. The total time these muffins should be in the oven is around 21-23 minutes. Use a toothpick to test. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
  • Remove muffins from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before enjoying. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

FAVORITE JALAPENO CORN MUFFINS



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Honey butter tastes so yummy spread over these hot and snappy muffins. They're delicious with soups, stews and chili. -Mary Thomas, Hugo, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
4-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Dash pepper
1 large egg
1/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 to 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
HONEY BUTTER:
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine the egg, sour cream, milk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in corn and jalapeno., Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill two-thirds full with batter. Bake at 400° for 14-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. In a small bowl, combine honey butter ingredients. Serve with warm muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

JALAPENO CORN MUFFINS



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Lots of sweet cornmeal flavor and texture in these confetti-colored muffins make them a great accompaniment to all kinds of casual summer fare. The recipe comes from Judie White of Florien, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 16 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 eggs
1 cup fat-free milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped seeded jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, butter and cilantro; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in the corn, red pepper and jalapenos. , Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill two-thirds full with batter. Bake at 425° for 12-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CORN AND JALAPEñO MUFFINS



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The flavor of these buttery, miniature muffins is amped up with sautéed corn kernels and jalapeño chiles. They are the perfect accompaniment to a pot of beans, but are tender and delicate enough to serve with an elegant chicken stew.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, snack, breads, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 36 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for buttering muffin tins
1 cup raw, tender corn kernels
1 jalapeño chile, finely chopped
Kosher salt
Ground black pepper
1 cup/135 grams all-purpose flour
1 cup/145 grams white or yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 ounces/85 grams grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels and jalapeño and cook gently for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and set aside. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a separate pan.
  • Mix together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Beat in eggs and buttermilk to make a thick batter. Add corn kernels and jalapeño, as well as the melted butter from the separate pan, then stir in grated cheese.
  • Butter miniature muffin tins and fill with about 1 1/2 tablespoons batter per muffin. Bake for 10 minutes, until golden.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 68, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 106 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

JALAPENO CORNBREAD MUFFIN



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 6 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup pastry flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/8 cup granulated sugar
1/3 tablespoon baking powder
1/3 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 teaspoon salt
5 ounces buttermilk
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar
1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/8 cup chopped jalapenos
2 green onions, sliced
1 large egg
1/4 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup melted butter
Nonstick cooking spray, for the muffin tin

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Sift flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a large bowl. Combine buttermilk, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, jalapenos, green onions, egg, cilantro and melted butter in a medium bowl. Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients with a rubber spatula until just combined. (Do not overmix.)
  • Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Evenly fill 6 muffin cups to the top. Bake for 20 minutes.

JALAPENO BLUE-CORN MUFFINS



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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons solid white shortening
9 tablespoons butter plus butter for greasing muffin tins
1/4 cup seeded, finely chopped red pepper
1/4 cup seeded, finely chopped green pepper
4 teaspoons seeded, finely chopped jalapeno or serrano peppers
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup buttermilk
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup flour
1 1/4 cups blue cornmeal (yellow cornmeal may be substituted), (see note)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt, if desired
1 tablespoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat the shortening in a skillet and when it is melted pour it into a small bowl.
  • Heat the butter in the skillet and pour six tablespoons of it into the bowl with the shortening. Let the mixture stand until cool.
  • To the three tablespoons of butter remaining in the skillet add the red pepper, green pepper, jalapeno or serrano peppers and garlic. Cook, stirring, about two minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl and add the cooled shortening and butter mixture. Beat well.
  • Put the buttermilk in a cup and add the baking soda. Stir this into the egg mixture.
  • Sift together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt and baking powder into a mixing bowl.
  • Pour the shortening mixture into the cornmeal and stir. Add the pepper mixture and blend thoroughly.
  • Lightly butter the inside of a 12-cup muffin tin. Spoon batter into each cup until about two-thirds full.
  • Place the tin in the oven and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until muffins are nicely browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 269, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 194 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

  • Choose the right cornmeal: Use a fine-ground cornmeal for a smooth texture. If you only have coarse-ground cornmeal, you can grind it in a food processor or blender until it reaches a fine consistency.
  • Use fresh jalapeños: Fresh jalapeños will give your muffins the best flavor. If you don't have fresh jalapeños, you can use dried jalapeños, but they will be less flavorful.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the muffins until they are golden brown: The muffins are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool before serving: Let the muffins cool for at least 5 minutes before serving. This will help them to hold their shape.

Conclusion:

These jalapeño cornmeal muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or everyday meals. With their slightly spicy flavor and moist, tender texture, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these jalapeño cornmeal muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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