Luby's Jalapeno Cornbread

Bring a zesty twist to your table with Luby’s Jalapeño Cornbread, a delightful take on the classic Southern favorite! This cornbread harmoniously blends the earthy sweetness of yellow cornmeal with the mild heat of freshly chopped jalapeños, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Enriched with buttermilk for a tender crumb and optional additions of shredded cheddar cheese and juicy corn kernels for extra decadence, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for pairing with hearty chili, barbecue, or a comforting bowl of soup. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this crowd-pleasing cornbread is a must-have for your next family dinner or potluck gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 pieces jalapeños, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 0.5 cup corn kernels, drained (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or a cast-iron skillet and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the cornbread stays tender.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped jalapeños. If desired, also fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and corn kernels for additional flavor and texture.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out evenly using a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2130.5

Total Fat 90.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 582.8mg	0%
Sodium 3319.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 61.5g	0%

Vitamin D 218.9IU	0%
Calcium 774.3mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1262.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 51.5%