Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread
Spice up your mealtime with this irresistible Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread, a bold and cheesy twist on a classic comfort food! This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of cornbread with the zesty kick of fresh jalapeños and the irresistible melt of sharp cheddar cheese. A hint of sweetness from granulated sugar beautifully balances the savory heat, while optional fresh corn kernels add bursts of juicy texture. Perfectly golden and baked to tender perfection in just 25 minutes, this cornbread is ideal for serving alongside chili, BBQ, or as a standalone snack. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or craving a spicy treat, this cornbread promises to delight your taste buds. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for ultimate comfort food satisfaction!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 units jalapenos, finely diced
- 0.5 cup fresh corn kernels (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, and optional fresh corn kernels into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish 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 the oven and let the cornbread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or enjoy on its own as a spicy and cheesy treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.5 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 643 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 3675 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.0 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1172 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1261 mg | 27% | |
*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.
