Cheese Jalapeno Cornbread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves: 16 Cuisine: American

Cheese Jalapeno Cornbread offers a savory, spicy twist with cheesy and jalapeno flavors, perfect as a side dish for gatherings or comforting family meals.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (16 oz) can cream-style corn
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup melted vegetable shortening or oil
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup thinly sliced or finely chopped seeded jalapeno peppers
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Grease a well-seasoned 10-inch cast iron skillet or a 9 x 11-inch baking pan; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a medium bowl, lightly beat eggs; stir in corn, buttermilk, and melted vegetable shortening or oil until well mixed.
  5. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients; stir well.
  6. Pour half the batter into the prepared skillet; sprinkle with half the cheese and half the peppers.
  7. Add the remaining batter; evenly sprinkle with the remaining cheese and peppers.
  8. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and surface springs back when lightly touched.
  9. Cut into 16 wedges or squares.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

568 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.7g 23% DV
Total Fat 37.3g 48% DV
Carbs 47.9g 17% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 2.8g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16795mg 100% DV
Potassium 385.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 106mg 35% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 116mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 21.9mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 274.8mg 21% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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