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Loading...| 1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal | |
| 3/4 cup all-purpose flour | |
| 2 tablespoons sugar | |
| 1 teaspoon baking powder | |
| 1/2 teaspoon baking soda | |
| 1 teaspoon salt | |
| 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper | |
| 1 cup buttermilk | |
| 1 egg | |
| 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted | |
| 1 cup aged irish cheddar cheese , grated | |
| 1 cup fresh corn kernels or 1 cup thawed frozen corn kernels | |
| 1/2 cup aged irish cheddar cheese , grated ( for sprinkling on top of muffins ) |
| 1. | Preheat oven to 375ºF. Grease muffin pan or line with muffin cups. |
| 2. | In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper. |
| 3. | In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. |
| 4. | Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. |
| 5. | Fold in the grated Irish cheddar cheese and corn kernels. |
| 6. | Pour the batter into the muffin cups and sprinkle additional grated Irish cheddar cheese over the tops of the muffins. |
| 7. | Bake the muffins for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. |
These Spicy Corn Muffins With Irish Cheddar Cheese are packed full of flavor and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or as a side dish.
These muffins are fairly high in calories and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Corn is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including vitamin C and potassium.
The cayenne pepper in this recipe has been linked to aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.
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