Jalapeño Cornbread is a delightful blend of sweetness and heat, perfect for any meal!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 8servings
Calories: 240kcal
Equipment
Baking Dish
Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
2cupsall-purpose flour
1cupyellow cornmeal
2/3cupgranulated sugar
1.5tablespoonsbaking powder
1teaspoonsalt
Wet Ingredients
8tablespoonsunsalted butter, melted
1-2piecesjalapeños, dicedadjust for heat level
1cupmilk or buttermilk
2largeeggs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish or cast iron skillet.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, mix together the melted butter, milk, and eggs until thoroughly blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix!
Fold in the diced jalapeños, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool slightly before cutting it into squares to serve. Enjoy it alongside your favorite chili or soup!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To freeze, wrap slices individually and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best results.