Cheese Cilantro Cornbread
Cheese Cilantro Cornbread is a savory twist on a classic comfort food, blending rich cheddar cheese and fresh, vibrant cilantro for a bold flavor profile. This quick and easy recipe, with just 15 minutes of prep time, features a perfect balance of sweetness from a touch of sugar and the rustic heartiness of cornmeal. A hint of optional jalapeño adds a subtle kick, making it a crowd-pleasing side dish for chili, BBQ, or hearty soups. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, this cornbread is irresistibly moist, thanks to creamy buttermilk and melted butter. Serve it warm, slathered with butter or drizzled with honey, for a deliciously satisfying bite. Perfect for family meals, gatherings, or holiday spreads, this cheesy cilantro cornbread is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Fresh jalapeño (finely chopped, optional)
- 1 Nonstick cooking spray or butter (for greasing pan)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease a 9-inch square or round baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or butter, and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, and eggs until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon just until combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and optional jalapeño until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite accompaniment. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.4 g | 317% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 649 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.5 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.5 g | ||
| Protein | 76.5 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1229 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1182 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
