Crumbled feta; roasted jalapeno; sprinkled spices on top; these are not your average corn muffins- they are better, and loaded with one delicious surprise after another!
Zucchini corn muffins are always a treat; however add roasted jalapeño and feta cheese and it is even better.
I like to use up everything before I go to the market. I had one jalapeño and two zucchini left on hand. Homemade muffins are always comforting, especially in the winter.
Feta and Jalapeño Corn Muffins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18 1x
Ingredients
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Corn Muffins:
- 3/4 cup saltine crackers - crumbled
- 1 roasted jalapeño - chopped with or without seeds
- 2 cups shredded zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 eggs - lightly beaten
- 3 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 cup milk plus 1 tsp. vinegar
Spice Topping:
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- Butter for sprinkling on top of each muffin
Instructions
- Preheat Oven 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl combine the saltine crackers, cornmeal, flour, salt, baking powder and sugar and mix together.
- In a separate bowl combine the eggs, zucchini, oil, milk, feta and jalapeño; gently mix all together.
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring.
- Prepare the muffin tins by buttering each tin and the top of the muffin pan or use muffin cups.
- Fill each cup 3/4 of the way then top each muffing with a sprinkle of the mixed seasonings.
- Finish each muffin off with a little pat of butter.
- Bake for 20 – 25 minutes or until the toothpick test comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool a bit before trying to remove from the tin.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
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Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
They look fabulous! I love the combo of flavours.
Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says
Dear Catherine,
Undoubtedly a fabulous treat for anytime of the day. These Feta and Jalapeno Corn Muffins must be extremely tasty. Full of flavor and look so inviting. Never mixed in feta or jalapeno in corn muffins before, so this one is a must try. Like the idea of using the zucchini and saltine crackers. Very interesting ingredients. Love when you develop a recipe that have many ingredients that we would never think of using. Thank you for sharing your secrets...Have a Blessed week..Stay warm.
Dottie 🙂
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
Could I just add some crumbled sausage and call it a meal? These look so delicious!
tanna says
I LOVE the ways you use jalapenos! You'd think you were from Texas. 😉 Thank you! blessings and hugs ~ tanna
[email protected] says
These looks so good Catherine!
Debra @ Bowl Me Over says
Love the flavor combo, I bet these are terrific!
katie a. says
Wow! I've made cheddar jalapeno corn muffins before but never thought to use feta. With some really good feta these are probably incredible! Can't wait to try, thanks! xo
katie a. // http://bluepoppyblog.com
heather @french press says
this is such a delicious way to use fridge leftovers! they look amazing
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
I love the use of zucchini in these muffins too!! PERFECT 🙂
Claire | Sprinkles and Sprouts says
These look amazing!
I will have to try them very soon.
PINNED!
JessicaJ says
One of my husband's favorite muffins is Cheddar and Jalapeño Corn Muffins. What an interesting idea to add feta! I'm definitely going to have to try it! 🙂
Julia says
I love that these have feta in them--such a great idea! These would be great for chili night!
Comedy Plus says
I've not had these before, but they sure sound wonderful.
Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
felicia | Dish by Dish says
These look absolutely amazing! I love that these are both spicy and savory and so packed with flavor!
Ginny Hartzler says
These look awesome! I never would have thought of putting feta in muffins, but it would be yummy. AND finally muffins that are so healthy you could eat two for a meal with milk or tea!
Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says
I am absolutely loving all the flavors in this! From zucchini to jalapeno to saltine crackers! Must make these!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
What a great recipe! These look beautiful and I love the zucchini and saltines.
Beauty Follower says
Feta is always a good idea 😉
Creatively Homespun says
These look great!! I bet they will be a huge hit in our family!! Thanks for sharing at the Paint, Stain, and DIY Link Party! 🙂
Big Daddy Dave says
Catherine, WOW! Zucchini corn muffins with feta and jalapeno...a flavor explosion for the taste buds! Great recipe... Looking forward to giving it a try. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Anne says
Oh, I love your add ins! I've been eating a lot of muffins lately, and amready to shake them up a bit - you give me ideas!
Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
Everything you make, I want to make immediately! Scrumptious! Must pin 🙂
Betty says
Love these muffins! So much flavor mixed in- they'd be fabulous with soup! 🙂
Jessy @ The Life Jolie says
Thank you for posting this- there are not enough recipes out there for savory baked goods and I don't have a tremendous sweet tooth (I like sweets but always prefer the savory flavors first!). These look delicious!
I stopped by from Mix it up Monday!
Miz Helen says
Hi Catherine,
I can't wait to try these delicious Feta and jalapeno Corn Muffins, awesome! Hope you are having a great week and thanks so much for sharing your post with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Lori Hart says
I've put cheddar in my jalapeño muffins but never thought of using feta. And I love feta! Found you over at Two Cup Tuesday. I'd love it if you would link this to my Tuesday recipe link party, Tickle My Tastebuds http://bit.ly/1MOHF17
swathi says
Delicious i love the combo of feta and jalapeno, going to try it, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop, pinning, tweeting, and sharing in google plus.
Michelle says
Yum! I love what roasting does to any type of pepper.
Thanks for sharing with See Ya in the Gumbo this week!
Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines says
Looks delicious!! Can't wait to give these a try~ Lynn
Laura@ Baking in Pyjamas says
These look so yummy, perfect for dunking into soup I think. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!