Description
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread is a scrumptious blend of sweet, buttery cornbread infused with spicy jalapenos and savory sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this easy recipe delivers a delightful balance of flavors, making it an ideal side for chili or a tasty snack on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced fresh or pickled jalapenos
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined. Fold in cheddar cheese and jalapenos.
- Pour batter into the greased dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with butter or honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg