These cornbread muffins with jalapeño honey glaze are a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving table. They combine the sweetness of honey with a hint of spice from jalapeños, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
This recipe is simple to follow and results in moist, flavorful muffins that pair well with savory dishes. They are sure to impress your guests and elevate your Thanksgiving meal.
Delicious Cornbread Muffins with Jalapeño Honey Glaze
These cornbread muffins are light and fluffy, topped with a sweet and spicy jalapeño honey glaze. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until well blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the diced jalapeños.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Jalapeño Honey Glaze: While the muffins are baking, mix the honey and melted butter in a small bowl. Stir in additional diced jalapeños if desired.
- Glaze Muffins: Once the muffins are done, remove them from the oven and brush the jalapeño honey glaze over the tops while they are still warm.
- Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm as a side dish for your Thanksgiving feast.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
