Chipotle Cornbread
Add a fiery twist to a classic favorite with this Chipotle Cornbread recipe—where smoky, spicy chipotle peppers meet sweet and tender cornbread for the ultimate comfort food with a kick. Made with simple pantry staples like yellow cornmeal, milk, and butter, this cornbread is elevated by the addition of minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, creating a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Optional sweet corn kernels add a delightful texture, making every bite irresistibly moist and flavorful. Ready in just 35 minutes, this golden-brown delight is perfect as a side for hearty chili, barbecue feasts, or any meal that calls for a touch of Southwestern flair. Serve it warm with a drizzle of honey or melted butter for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as satisfying as it is unique.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 large Egg
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 0.5 cup Sweet corn kernels (optional, for texture)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and honey until smooth and well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Fold in the minced chipotle peppers and, if desired, the sweet corn kernels for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
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 dish for 5–10 minutes. Slice into squares and serve warm, either plain or with a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.2 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2862 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.8 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1116 mg | 24% | |
*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.
