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Fluffy Honey Butter Cornbread Muffins with Spicy Jalapeño

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These fluffy cornbread muffins combine the sweetness of honey and butter with a gentle spicy kick from fresh jalapeños, creating a cozy and flavorful snack perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for brushing)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a rubber spatula until just combined; batter should be slightly lumpy.
  5. Fold in finely diced jalapeños.
  6. Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 16–20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Brush tops with melted butter immediately after removing from oven.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins fluffy. Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best rise. Remove jalapeño seeds to control heat. Brush muffins with melted butter right after baking to lock in moisture and add a glossy finish. For gluten-free option, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and ensure baking powder is gluten-free.

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