Mexicana Cornbread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Mexican

A flavorful cornbread with a spicy kick, incorporating jalapeno cheese and corn for a savory, moist dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup Parkay, melted
  • 1 (8 3/4 oz.) can cream-style corn
  • 1/2 pound jalapeno cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Add buttermilk, beaten eggs, melted Parkay, and chopped onion; mix just until moistened.
  3. Stir in the cream-style corn and cubed jalapeno cheese.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square pan.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
  6. Serve warm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

396 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.2g 18% DV
Total Fat 7.7g 10% DV
Carbs 73.2g 27% DV
Fiber 3.7g 13% DV
Sugar 3.6g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16721.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 360mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 1.7mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 105.3mg 8% DV
Iron 2.9mg 16% 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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