Nacho Corn Muffins

Give your favorite Tex-Mex flavors a savory twist with these irresistible Nacho Corn Muffins! Packed with sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, black beans, and a hint of taco seasoning, these fluffy, golden muffins bring the essence of loaded nachos straight to your plate. The balance of tender cornmeal texture and zesty, cheesy goodness makes them perfect for pairing with chili, soups, or as a bold, standalone snack. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, these muffins are baked to golden perfection in under 22 minutes, ensuring a crowd-pleasing treat for game days, potlucks, or cozy family dinners. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these nacho-inspired muffins deliver a fiesta of flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

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 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons diced jalapeño peppers (seeds removed for less heat)
• 0.5 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon taco seasoning

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and taco seasoning.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until fully combined.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into it. Gently stir just until combined. Do not overmix—the batter may have small lumps, which is okay.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, black beans, and chopped cilantro using a rubber spatula or spoon.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are golden 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 pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair beautifully with chili, soups, or as a standalone savory snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	944.3 grams (944.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2318

Total Fat 104.70g	134%
Saturated Fat 61.80g	309%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 463mg	154%
Sodium 4939mg	215%
Total Carbohydrate 281.10g	102%
Dietary Fiber 22.50g	80%
Total Sugars 39.40g
Protein 73.80g	148%

Vitamin D 168IU	840%
Calcium 1198mg	92%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1114mg	24%

*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: 39.9%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 47.6%