Jalapeño Cheese Muffins
"A lovely savoury muffin you can serve as a side to chili dishes or on its own with cream cheese spread. "
Original is 12 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (73.1 g)
- Calories 192
- Total Fat - 10.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.1 g
- Cholesterol - 44.2 mg
- Sodium - 399.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 9.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.7 g
- Sugars - 2.1 g
- Protein - 14.8 g
- Calcium - 257.2 mg
- Iron - 1.6 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.3 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In large bowl mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt.
Step 2
Add cheese and onion and mix with a fork.
Step 3
Whisk sour cream, melted butter, eggs and jalapeno peppers together.
Step 4
Add to dry ingredients.
Step 5
Stir until evenly moistened.
Step 6
Bake in lined muffin cups at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in muffin comes out clean.
Step 7
Serve warm.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting jalapeño peppers, choose ones with bright green skin and no signs of wilting.
- When grating the cheese, use a medium-grated cheese for the best texture.
- Replace cheddar cheese with feta cheese - This substitution will provide a more salty and tangy flavour to the muffins, as feta cheese has a stronger taste than cheddar.
- Replace jalapeno peppers with bell peppers - This substitution will provide a milder flavour to the muffins, as bell peppers are much less spicy than jalapeno peppers.
Spinach and Feta Muffins Replace the jalapeno peppers with 1 cup of finely chopped spinach, and replace the cheddar cheese with feta cheese. Bake as directed.
Tomato and Mozzarella Muffins Replace the jalapeno peppers with 1 cup of finely chopped tomatoes, and replace the cheddar cheese with mozzarella cheese. Bake as directed.
Slow Cooker Chili: A hearty and flavorful chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices. This slow cooker chili pairs perfectly with the savory jalapeño cheese muffins, making it the perfect accompaniment for a cozy evening meal.
Cornbread: A classic side dish that pairs perfectly with slow cooker chili. This buttery and slightly sweet cornbread is the perfect way to round out a cozy meal. Plus, it's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.
FAQ
Q: How long should I bake the muffins?
A: Bake the muffins in lined muffin cups at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the muffin comes out clean.
Q: What type of flour should I use?
A: Use all-purpose flour for the best results. Whole wheat flour can also be used for a healthier option.
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Fun facts:
The jalapeño pepper is native to Mexico, and was first cultivated by the Aztecs in the 1500s.
In the early 1900s, President Theodore Roosevelt was said to have served jalapeño cheese muffins at his inauguration breakfast.