It’s chili weather here (click here for an awesome recipe) today so a cornmeal muffin stuffed with jalapenos seems like the perfect pairing. I quickly got busy this afternoon in the kitchen creating a recipe that well-suited my taste buds which inevitably got me to thinking. Being in the kitchen does that for me. It’s my quiet, prayer, “me” time–call it what you want but cooking and baking gives me the opportunity to quiet my mind and think about what is going on. Does that happen for you as well?
I’ve been thinking about how I have been treating my body as of late. Big changes have happened for me ever since I got a nasty virus in Colorado and spent the majority of my time in the bathroom. I’m not drinking wine every night like I used to which strangely makes me not eat as much as I was. I’m making dinner at home every night now and I make a nice salad with every meal. I care about where my food comes from. I’m studying up more on where I buy my food and I’m relying more on foods to heal my body. I’m not eating processed food (even potato chips–and you guys now how much I love my chips! I don’t really want them, really). I’m drinking less coffee but not by choice, it’s just something that is happening on its own. I’m also moving more. I switched gyms (thank God!) and I try to walk everyday and get back into my weight lifting routine because I spend so much time behind a computer.
I feel great, I really. I feel back in tune with my body–I have been so out of touch this entire past year and I feel more calm in my soul. It’s funny how much good a disgusting week of barfing from both ends can detox your body (though I do NOT recommend that to anyone in order to find change in life–ha).
The change really came from witnessing people in my life living simply, beautifully, and mindfully–not punishing myself for not being who I wanted to be. I got inspired! It reminded me of who I was becoming when I first started Fork & Beans but lost track of in the midst of difficult changes that were happening. It feels so good to be connected back to my self. Now I’m celebrating with a batch of homemade Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins! These muffins are exactly as I love cornbread–a little more on the dry side, making it perfect for slathering in non-dairy butter and raw honey. If you are vegan, give agave a try.
What are you trying to change in your life? Remember to be gentle on your self and surround yourself with love while making those changes!
Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins
- Yield: 10 1x
Description
Gluten, egg, and dairy-free
Ingredients
Dry
- 1 c. cornmeal (GMO-free, organic)
- 1 c. gluten-free flour blend (see link in post)
- 1/4 c. granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Wet
- 1 c. non-dairy milk
- 1/4 c. vegetable oil
- 1/4 c. chopped jalapenos, from the jar
- 3 tsp. EnerG egg replacer + 5 Tbsp. water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. Make a well in the center and pour the wet ingredients together. Stir with a wooden spoon until completely combined.
- Pour batter into the muffin pan (these yield 10 muffins total).
- Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the middle of a muffin.
- Serve with non-dairy butter, raw honey, agave, or whatever floats your boat.
For the gluten-free flour blend, I used this one:
If you have any questions of substituting flours please see this post.
I had no idea how to approach this before-now I’m locked and loaded.
Hi, can I use regular eggs with this recipe? If so what does that equal to?
Thanks
So true on kitchen therapy, creating something great is so rewarding after a frustrating day. This recipe looks wonderful and it’s been a loooong time since I’ve had cornbread, thanks!
It really IS a treat, you are right Christine! I love me some kitchen therapy 😉 xo
Is the above gluten free flour mixture recommended for your vegan GF bread recipe instead of the oat flour mixture? Are they interchangeable?
I made it with the mention flour mix but yes they can be interchangeable. They will just yield a slightly different flavor/texture but not anything too off.
Is it possible to also include weights in your measurements? I think it’s more exact and I have more success measuring by weight instead of cups. Wonder if anyone else feels that way.?
It’s definitely on my radar. Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree, being in the kitchen can be so therapeutic. It is doubly rewarding when amazing muffins are the outcome. Thanks for another fantastic recipe!
So glad to hear that I am not alone on this one 🙂 Thank you for the comment, Kale! xo
These look delicious! I will be trying these with my shop bought gluten free blend but I am intrigued to try your blend. I love all things corn!
Honestly Jo, it’s my favorite blend to use. I have tried several all-purpose blends store-bought and homemade and this has had such success! Hope you like it. xo
one, that is an awesome rise on them muffins and no dryness to be seen anywhere! Awesome!!
two, it is amazing that you are keeping track of where the food comes from. it becomes a lot of work but i guess we should really know what we put in our bodies. the body keeps telling us stuff all the time if we just stop and listen:)
Hehehe. A beautiful rise makes me all giggly inside. I love it when that happens! Thank you for the encouragement too–it really has made a big difference by knowing what I’m putting into my body. Much love to you Richa!
What a great post, Cara. You’ve touched on many things that I’ve been thinking about a lot lately myself, and you have such a calm way of talking about it. Although I’m still in the midst so haven’t quite gotten there yet 🙂 Thanks for sharing your story AND you beautiful muffin recipe. I love cornbread and can’t wait to make these!
Thank you so much for this beautiful comment Kelli! I completely understand what you are talking about with not getting there quite yet. I had been struggling for the past year and a half so trust…totally get it 🙂 Sending you tons of love and gentleness your way. xo
Aww, thanks Cara ~ you’re awesome! xo
xoxo!