Jalapeño Cornbread Poppers Recipe 🌽🌶
These Jalapeño Cornbread Poppers are the perfect bite-sized treat! They are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, cheesy, and packed with spicy jalapeño goodness. Whether served as a side dish, appetizer, or snack, they’re guaranteed to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Cooking spray or additional oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and vegetable oil.
- Mix It Up: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add Flavor: Fold in shredded cheese, diced jalapeños, and chopped green onions.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan. Serve warm with honey butter, ranch dressing, or spicy dipping sauce.
Notes & Tips
✔ For Less Heat: Remove the jalapeño seeds and ribs before dicing.
✔ Extra Cheesy? Add an extra 1/2 cup of cheddar or try Monterey Jack cheese.
✔ Crispier Edges? Use a cast iron mini muffin pan.
✔ Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temp or freeze for up to 3 months.
✔ Make It Sweet: Add 2 tablespoons of honey for a sweet & spicy twist!
Serving Size & Nutritional Info (Per Popper)
Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: ~110 kcal
- Carbs: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
Health Benefits 🌿
✔ Cornmeal is a good source of fiber and antioxidants.
✔ Jalapeños contain capsaicin, which boosts metabolism and may help with pain relief.
✔ Cheese provides calcium for strong bones.
✔ Green onions support immune health with vitamin C.
Q&A
Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
Q: What can I serve these with?
A: These pair great with chili, BBQ, soups, or a dipping sauce like honey butter or ranch.
Q: Can I make them in advance?
A: Yes! Bake them, cool completely, then freeze. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
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