Loaded Cornbread
Get ready to elevate your cornbread game with this irresistible Loaded Cornbread recipe, the perfect savory twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with melty cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, spicy jalapeños, and fresh scallions, every bite is a flavor explosion that’s ideal for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet for a rustic touch. Whether served as a standalone snack or a hearty side dish for chili, barbecues, or soups, this moist and fluffy cornbread is sure to steal the spotlight. Serve it warm with a dollop of butter or a drizzle of honey to enhance its already rich and savory goodness. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or casual get-togethers, this one-pan wonder is a must-try for any cornbread fan!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 units Eggs, large
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 units Jalapeños, finely chopped
- 2 units Scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or butter for greasing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish with vegetable oil or butter and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.
Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeños, and sliced scallions until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared skillet or baking dish, spreading it 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 skillet for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite topping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.1 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.3 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 673 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 6238 mg | 271% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.9 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 124.4 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1217 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*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.
