4.7 from 9 votes
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread
Full of flavor, this zesty and cheesy jalapeno cheddar cornbread is the perfect side dish for chili, pulled pork, beans, and more!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 379 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Bread
Cuisine:
American , Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow or white cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or increase to ¼ cup if you like your cornbread a little sweeter like me)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ cups whole buttermilk
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (about 3-4 tablespoons) (or sub with ¼ cup jarred sliced jalapenos that you pat dry and chop)
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives or green onions
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Place a 9-inch or 10-inch cast iron skillet or a 9-inch round or square cake pan in a cold oven. Preheat oven to 400°F, leaving the skillet or pan in the oven while it heats. Meanwhile, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
- Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Stir to combine. Fold in jalapeño, cheese, and chives.
- When the oven has come to temperature, pour the oil into the hot skillet or pan. Use a brush to evenly spread the oil. Pour batter into the hot, greased skillet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Notes
- Buttermilk Substitute: In a pinch, you can make your own buttermilk at home to use in this recipe. To do so, pour either 1 ½ tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice or 1 ½ tablespoons of white vinegar into a large measuring cup. Add enough whole milk to equal 1 ½ cups of liquid. Give it a stir, let it sit for about 5 minutes, and then use it in the recipe as directed.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1slice
Calories
379kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
33g
(11%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
91mg
(30%)
Sodium
480mg
(20%)
Potassium
326mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
630IU
(13%)
Calcium
232mg
(23%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 480mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 326mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 630IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 232mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.