Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter Recipe

Spice up your breakfast or brunch with these irresistible Green Chile Corn Muffins! Made with fresh corn, vibrant green chiles, and topped with a creamy, zesty chile-lime butter, this recipe from my cookbook "Chiles" is a flavor explosion. Perfect for a weekend treat or a festive gathering, these muffins are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a taste of the Southwest!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 251.3 kcal
Protein 10g
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How to Make Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon chili powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon grated orange zest and ½ cup chopped green chiles (canned or fresh).
  6. Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. **To make the Chile-Lime Butter:** In a small bowl, beat together ½ cup softened unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons finely chopped green chiles, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

34g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter?

Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter?

Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter has approximately 251.3 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter?

The key ingredients for Green Chile Corn Muffins With Chile And Lime Butter are Plain Flour, Cornmeal, Baking Powder, Mild Chili Powder, Milk, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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