If you love a good cornbread, this is the recipe for you! We took an easy homemade cornbread recipe and mixed in some fresh chopped jalapeños and shredded cheddar cheese for one of the best cornbread muffins EVER. Make our Homemade Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins on the Traeger today!
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins
If you’re a fan of spicy and cheesy foods, then these jalapeno cheddar cornbread muffins are the perfect treat for you. These muffins combine the sweet and savory flavors of cornbread with the spicy kick of jalapenos and the creamy goodness of cheddar cheese. They are a delicious and easy-to-make addition to any meal, whether you’re serving them as a side dish or a snack.
Cornbread muffins are a classic Southern comfort food, and they’re a great way to add some flavor to any meal. The addition of jalapenos and cheddar cheese takes these muffins to the next level, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture. These muffins are perfect for those who love a little heat in their food, but you can adjust the level of spiciness to suit your personal preferences.
Not only are these muffins delicious, but they’re also easy to make. You can whip up a batch in no time with just a few simple ingredients, including cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, eggs, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, you’ll be able to make these muffins, and they will be amazing.
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Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins shopping list
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- jalapenos
- sugar
- honey
- butter
- eggs
- baking soda
- buttermilk
- salt
- cornmeal
- flour
- sharp cheddar cheese
Try our Homemade Corn Crepes too!
How to make Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins
This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
1
Preheat
Fire up your grill (or oven) to 350°F. Line your muffin tin with paper liners or spray REALLY well with baking spray.
2
Mix it up
There’s an order to this, so make sure to follow the specific directions in the recipe card and DON’T OVER-MIX!
Fill the muffin tins until they are slightly heaped.
3
Bake
Place the muffin pan in the Traeger (or the oven) and bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
4
Enjoy
Drizzle with honey (or hot honey if you love the spice) and enjoy!
Serve these with our Traeger Over The Top Chili!
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Muffins
These cornbread muffins are full of cheese and jalapeno peppers, and are the perfect accompaniment to a giant bowl of chili with some honey drizzled on top.
Ingredients
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup flour
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°. Prepare muffin tins by lining and spraying, or if your muffin tin is well seasoned or you have the fancy silicone kind, just spray it with baking spray and skip the liners.
- Mix together the sugar, honey, and melted butter until they are combined. Add in your eggs, baking soda, and buttermilk. Whisk for 1 minute, or until the mixture is well combined. Add in the salt, cornmeal, and flour. Mix only until moistened. Do NOT overmix! Add in the jalapeno and cheddar last and gently stir in.
- Place in prepared muffin pan and fill until slightly heaped. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 286Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 356mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 1gSugar: 18gProtein: 7g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
This recipe was inspired by the Jalapeño Cheddar Muffin Recipe at The Comfort of Cooking.
Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.
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Lisa
Monday 27th of October 2014
I've made these a few times and just finished up another batch a couple minutes ago. I make my boyfriend a big pot of chili and portion it out for easy lunches. The cornbread muffins are the perfect accompaniment. He loves them and even brings an extra sometimes to work because his coworkers get jealous. I've never had one all to myself but I did try one once or twice and it was amazing. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe :)
Nicole Johnson
Tuesday 28th of October 2014
My pleasure! Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and let me know. I'm so glad this has become a regular thing in your kitchen. <3
Sulli
Saturday 21st of December 2013
About how many muffins does this make?
OrWhateverYouDo1
Saturday 21st of December 2013
I believe this made about a dozen.