Easy Mexican Cornbread Muffins Ground Beef
Welcome to a delicious and easy recipe for Mexican Cornbread Muffins with ground beef. In this blog post, we'll explore the history behind this mouthwatering dish, discover what it's made of, and learn about the perfect accompaniments. So, grab your apron, and let's get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 2 eggs
- Cooking spray for the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, chili powder, and cumin.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the cooked ground beef, corn kernels, jalapenos, diced onion, and shredded cheese.
- Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm and enjoy!