Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp (10g) baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 tsp (5ml) honey
  • 1 1/2 cups (170g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 medium jalapeños, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin with butter or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until no clumps remain.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and honey until smooth and pale.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry bowl. Using a spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined; stop as soon as no dry flour streaks remain.
  5. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapeños until distributed, being careful not to over-mix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Top each with a pinch of extra cheese and a drizzle of the remaining melted butter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the tops are mahogany-colored and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.