How to Make Jalapeño Cornbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cornbread is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for generations. With its tender crumb and subtly sweet flavor, it's a versatile side that can be paired with a wide range of dishes. But why stick to the traditional when you can spice things up with the addition of jalapeños? This Jalapeño Cornbread recipe takes the beloved classic and gives it a delicious, fiery kick that is sure to liven up any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8.25 ounce) can cream-style corn
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup corn oil
  • 3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch square dish

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Move an oven rack to the center position.
  • Mix together cream-style corn, cornmeal, buttermilk, eggs, corn oil, Cheddar cheese, jalapeño peppers, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl until batter is well combined.
  • Put butter into a 9-inch square baking dish and place in the preheated oven until melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour batter over melted butter in the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    312 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 591mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 116mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 144mg