Description
Cornbread Taco Muffins combine the hearty flavor of classic cornbread with the savory zest of taco seasoning. These muffins are packed with seasoned ground beef or turkey, cheese, and corn, making them a perfect handheld meal or snack that brings a fun twist to traditional tacos.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Mix-ins
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey (seasoned with taco seasoning)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup canned corn, drained
- 1/4 cup diced green onions (optional)
For Serving
- 1/4 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
- Optional: sour cream or avocado slices
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well blended and uniform.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Add Mix-ins: Fold in the cooked ground beef or turkey, shredded cheddar cheese, canned corn, and diced green onions if using. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a standard muffin tin with cooking spray or line it with muffin liners to prevent sticking.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the cornbread batter into each muffin cup, filling about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Toppings: While the muffins cool, prepare toppings such as salsa and fresh cilantro to serve alongside.
- Serve: Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature. Optionally serve with sour cream or avocado for extra flavor.
- Enjoy: Savor the delicious fusion of cornbread and taco flavors in every bite!
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or turkey to reduce fat content.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and moist.
- Optional green onions add a fresh bite but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- For a spicy kick, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the mix.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving for best texture.
