Jalapeno Cornbread

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Jalapeno Cornbread offers a spicy, cheesy twist on classic southern comfort food. Its moist crumb is infused with heat from jalapenos and richness from cheddar, making it perfect as a side dish for barbecues, chili, or casual gatherings. A flavorful, hearty bread with a slightly spicy kick.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 to 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup cream-style corn
  • 1 to 5 jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add eggs, milk, and oil; stir until well combined.
  3. Fold in corn, chopped jalapenos, and grated cheddar cheese.
  4. Pour the batter into a cast-iron skillet.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour until golden and cooked through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

780 kcal 39% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.4g 31% DV
Total Fat 39.7g 51% DV
Carbs 96.4g 35% DV
Fiber 5.1g 18% DV
Sugar 13.2g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 13075.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 493mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 90.8mg 30% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 168.3mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 16.7mg 19% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 1829.5mg 100% DV
Iron 7.5mg 41% DV

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

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