Description
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread is a deliciously spicy twist on traditional cornbread, perfect for any occasion. With its fluffy texture and rich flavor from sharp cheddar and zesty jalapenos, this cornbread is not just a side dish—it’s a crowd-pleaser that complements chili, soups, and barbecued meats beautifully. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, you’ll find yourself making this delightful recipe time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos (fresh or pickled)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an oven-safe baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk and eggs until smooth; fold in the cheddar cheese and jalapenos.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with butter or alongside your favorite chili.
- 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: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg