Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of Easy Jalapeno Cornbread, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy. This moist and fluffy cornbread, enriched with fresh jalapenos, is a must-have at chili nights, barbecues, or simply enjoyed on its own. With its golden hue and inviting aroma, it promises to elevate any meal while evoking cherished memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup medium cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp melted butter (or oil)
- 1/2 cup fresh jalapenos, diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients while gently stirring.
- Fold in diced jalapenos without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg