Bacon Chil Cornbread Muffins Recipe

Name: Bacon Chil Cornbread Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup buttermilk (slightly warmed); 1/4 cup Land O' Lakes butter, melted and cooled; 2 eggs, room temperature; 1 cup flour; 1 cup fine cornmeal; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 red chile, finely chopped; 3/4 cup shredded 4 cheese blend cheddar cheese, divided; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; Cayenne Candied Bacon {recipe also repeated below}; 1/2 lb bacon; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; Optional: 2 Tbsp Land O' Lakes butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 cup buttermilk (slightly warmed)
1/4 cup Land O' Lakes butter, melted and cooled
2 eggs, room temperature
1 cup flour
1 cup fine cornmeal
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 red chile, finely chopped
3/4 cup shredded 4 cheese blend cheddar cheese, divided
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Cayenne Candied Bacon {recipe also repeated below}
1/2 lb bacon
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp cayenne pepper
Optional: 2 Tbsp Land O' Lakes butter, melted

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and top with a wire baking rack sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Lay bacon flat on the baking rack.
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2) In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cayenne pepper; stirring well. Spoon brown sugar mixture on top of the bacon slices and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until done. Let cool and break into small pieces. You will want 3/4 cup of bacon pieces when done.
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3) Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Line 24 mini muffin cups with liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
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4) In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter and eggs. Set aside.
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5) In a large bowl, mix together flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. Add wet ingredients and stir until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup of four cheese blend, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan, 3/4 cup of bacon pieces and the chopped chile. Stir well.
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6) Divide batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

1321

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup buttermilk (slightly warmed), 1/4 cup Land O' Lakes butter, melted and cooled, 2 eggs, room temperature, 1 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Bacon Chil Cornbread Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon Chil Cornbread Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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