Description
These Chili and Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Minis are a savory and slightly spicy twist on classic cornbread. Packed with shredded cheddar, canned chili, and fresh jalapeños, these mini cornbreads are perfect for serving alongside soups, stews, or enjoying on their own. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup canned chili (with or without beans)
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- Nonstick spray or muffin liners
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in the shredded cheddar, chili, and chopped jalapeños.
- Fill muffin tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These mini cornbreads are great for freezing—just reheat in the oven or microwave.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of cheddar on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cornbread
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
