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Flavorful Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins Easy Homemade Recipe with Honey Butter

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These jalapeño cheddar cornbread muffins combine a spicy kick with melty cheddar and a sweet honey butter glaze, perfect for quick comfort food that pleases a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind preferred for texture)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can swap with almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or dairy-free milk plus 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for honey butter)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • Pinch of sea salt (for honey butter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs until smooth. Stir in buttermilk, sour cream, and melted butter.
  4. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Spoon batter into muffin tin cups about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. While baking, beat softened butter with honey and sea salt until creamy to make honey butter.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Serve warm with a generous spread of honey butter.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Freshly grate cheese for best melt and flavor. Seed jalapeños to reduce heat if desired. Use room temperature eggs and dairy for smooth batter. Honey butter adds a sweet balance to the spicy muffins.

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Keywords: jalapeño, cheddar, cornbread, muffins, honey butter, spicy, comfort food, quick recipe

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