Jalapeno Popper Cornbread Muffins

Kick up your cornbread game! These spicy, cheesy Jalapeno Popper Cornbread Muffins are the perfect side for fried chicken, chili, or just by themselves with a drizzle of honey!

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword cornbread muffins

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 19 minutes

Total Time 29 minutes

Servings

Calories 313kcal

Author Erica

Ingredients

1 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
2 large eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
15 ounces can creamed corn (or homemade)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1 jalapeno pepper seeded and diced, plus slices for garnish
4 ounces cream cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a standard muffin tin and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, sugar, and butter. Stir until a thick paste forms. Add eggs and mix until evenly combined.
Add flour, baking powder, and salt; stir until thickened and combined.
Mix in creamed corn and sour cream, stirring until just combined. Fold in cheddar and diced jalapeno.
Fill each muffin tin ¾ full; add 1 Tablespoon of cream cheese to the center of each, and cover with muffin batter. Top each with a whole jalapeno coin.
Bake 16-19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Serve as a side with a savory dinner, or enjoy with a drizzle of honey.

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