Jalapeno and Cheddar Cornbread Recipe
🌽 Name: Jalapeno and Cheddar Cornbread
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
📝 Description: Enjoy the delightful flavors of this Jalapeno and Cheddar Cornbread, a recipe brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com.
🍞 Recipe Category: Quick Breads
🔎 Keywords: Breads, Lunch/Snacks, Vegetable, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Spicy, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 237.6
- Fat Content: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 86.5mg
- Sodium Content: 523.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 3g
- Protein Content: 7g
- Servings: 15
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Yellow cornmeal |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 1/2 cups | Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 1 cup | Buttermilk |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 3/4 cup | Unsalted butter, melted |
| 4 | Jalapenos, diced |
| 1 can (optional) | Whole kernel corn, drained |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Baking Pan: Lightly grease an oblong 9 x 11 baking pan or coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, salt, sugar, and baking soda. Mix them thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Add Cheese and Jalapenos: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, and drained whole kernel corn (if using) into the dry mixture. These ingredients will add a delightful kick and texture to your cornbread.
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Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk and eggs to the mixture. Stir everything together just enough to blend the ingredients. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense texture.
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Add Melted Butter: Pour in the melted unsalted butter into the mixture and gently fold it in until well incorporated. The butter will contribute to the moistness and flavor of the cornbread.
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Transfer to Baking Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula for uniform baking.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cornbread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
This Jalapeno and Cheddar Cornbread is best enjoyed warm, either on its own as a snack or as a flavorful side dish to complement soups, stews, or chili. Its savory and spicy profile makes it a favorite for gatherings and potlucks, guaranteed to please a crowd with its irresistible aroma and taste. So go ahead, indulge in the comforting goodness of homemade cornbread that’s bursting with flavor!
