Zesty Jalapeno Corn Muffins
Jalapeno peppers get their heat from a compound called capsaicin, which can help boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 large Egg
- 1 medium Jalapeno pepper
- 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
- Finely chop the jalapeno pepper, removing the seeds for less heat if desired.
- Stir the chopped jalapeno, cheddar cheese, and green onions into the wet ingredients.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.