Delicious Mexican Cornbread
Sink your teeth into this irresistibly moist and flavorful Mexican Cornbread, a perfect blend of comfort and spice. Packed with sharp cheddar cheese, sweet corn kernels, fresh green onions, and the mild kick of diced jalapeños, this cornbread recipe elevates the classic to a whole new level. The combination of buttermilk and melted butter ensures a tender crumb, while the golden crust comes out perfectly when baked in an 8x8-inch pan or cast iron skillet. Ready in just 40 minutes, this savory-sweet delight pairs beautifully with your favorite chili, soups, or BBQ dishes, or can be enjoyed on its own with a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter. Whether you're hosting a fiesta or looking to spice up your side dish game, this homemade Mexican cornbread will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup canned sweet corn kernels, drained
- 2 small fresh jalapeño peppers, finely chopped and deseeded
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or cast iron skillet with butter or cooking spray.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, drained sweet corn kernels, chopped jalapeños, and green onions until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan or skillet, spreading it out evenly with a 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 from oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares or wedges.
Serve warm and enjoy as a side dish, snack, or even as a hearty breakfast with butter or honey drizzled on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.8 g | 309% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 463 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 5193 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.6 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.3 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1164 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1054 mg | 22% | |
*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.
