Gemma's Best Ever Corn Bread Recipe

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4.7

265 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    25 mins

  • Cook Time

    40 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 5 mins

  • Servings

    14 slices

  • Course

    Bread

  • Cuisine

    American

Gemma's Best Ever Corn Bread Recipe

This cornbread recipe blends fresh or canned corn with sharp cheddar and jalapeños for a moist, savory bread with a hint of heat. The batter combines cornmeal, flour, and baking powder with milk, eggs, honey, and melted butter, producing a tender crumb with bursts of corn texture. Baking in a preheated skillet develops a golden crust, while the mix of sweet honey and spicy peppers creates balanced flavors suitable for savory meals or as a standalone snack.

Description

Gemma's Best Ever Corn Bread uses corn in small chunks combined with cornmeal and all-purpose flour for structure. The addition of sharp cheddar cheese integrates a rich, savory note, while chopped jalapeño peppers introduce controlled heat. The wet mixture includes milk, eggs, honey, and melted butter to provide moisture and sweetness.

Baking in a hot skillet ensures a crisp, buttery crust and even cooking, with a golden tint signaling doneness. The interior stays moist with noticeable corn texture and melted cheese pockets. This bread can accompany a variety of dishes or be enjoyed on its own.

After baking, resting the bread allows it to set for easier slicing. Leftovers store well at room temperature for several days and freeze successfully for longer storage. The recipe also notes egg substitution with flax egg as an option.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 3/4 cups (9oz/271g) corn fresh, tinned or frozen
  • 1 cup (8floz/225ml) milk
  • 2 egg
  • 1/4 cup (2 ½ oz/71g) honey
  • 1/4 cup (2oz/57g) butter divided then melted
  • 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2oz/213g) cheddar cheese grated, sharp
  • 2 jalapeno pepper large, chopped
  • 1 cup (5oz/142g) cornmeal fine, yellow
  • 3/4 cup (3 ¾oz/105g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Notes

  • Substitute eggs with flax egg using a 1:1 ratio according to an egg substitute guide.
  • After baking, let the cornbread rest 15 minutes before serving for better texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days or freeze for up to 8 weeks. Thaw at room temperature.
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