Manchego Jalapeo Cornbread
Elevate your classic cornbread with this Manchego Jalapeño Cornbread recipe, a bold fusion of creamy Manchego cheese and the fiery kick of fresh jalapeños. Perfectly golden and fluffy, this cornbread balances savory, spicy, and subtly sweet flavors in every bite. The shredded Manchego melts into the batter, adding a rich, nutty depth, while the diced jalapeños bring just the right amount of heat. Made with pantry staples like cornmeal and flour, it comes together effortlessly in under 40 minutes and bakes to perfection in a cast-iron skillet. Drizzle with honey for a touch of sweetness to complement the spice, and serve warm as a standout side for chili, barbecue, or your favorite comfort foods. Keywords: Manchego Jalapeño Cornbread, cheesy cornbread, spicy cornbread recipe, skillet cornbread, best cornbread recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 units Large eggs
- 1 cup Manchego cheese, shredded
- 2 units Fresh jalapeños, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the shredded Manchego cheese and diced jalapeños into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared skillet or baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer 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 the cornbread from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Optionally, drizzle honey over each slice for a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3503 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.7 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.8 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1195 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1091 mg | 23% | |
*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.
