Description
These Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Dog Muffins are a delicious twist on the classic corn dog. Perfect for parties, they are packed with cheesy goodness and a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños!
Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted butter
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
8 hot dogs, cut into halves
Oil for frying
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
5. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
6. Fill each muffin cup halfway with the batter, then insert a piece of hot dog into the center of each.
7. Top with remaining batter until the hot dog is covered.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin and serve warm.
Notes
These muffins can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
Feel free to adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
Serve with mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: corn dog muffins, cheesy muffins, jalapeño muffins