Black Bean Corn Muffins

Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these hearty Black Bean Corn Muffins! Packed with wholesome ingredients like black beans, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar cheese, these muffins take classic cornbread to the next level with a touch of ground cumin and paprika for added depth and warmth. Moist and tender thanks to buttermilk and melted butter, they’re incredibly easy to make and bake up in just 20 minutes, making them a fantastic option for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve these flavorful muffins as a comforting side dish for chili, soups, or barbecues, or enjoy them as a standalone snack. For an extra burst of freshness, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup canned corn kernels (drained)
• 0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, cumin, and paprika until well combined.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Gently fold in the black beans, corn, and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring that they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle the cooled muffins with chopped cilantro before serving for a fresh touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1219 grams (1219.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2268

Total Fat 78.20g	100%
Saturated Fat 40.10g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 530mg	177%
Sodium 3985mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 343.70g	125%
Dietary Fiber 36.30g	130%
Total Sugars 53.70g
Protein 66.90g	134%

Vitamin D 207IU	1035%
Calcium 491mg	38%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 2029mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 58.6%