Ma's Best Cheese Cornbread

Golden, cheesy, and irresistibly moist, *Ma's Best Cheese Cornbread* is the ultimate comfort side dish you’ve been craving. This easy-to-make recipe combines the hearty goodness of cornmeal with the rich flavors of sharp cheddar cheese and tender sweet corn kernels, creating a deliciously moist texture in every bite. A hint of melted butter adds richness, while an optional kick of finely diced jalapeño pepper offers just the right amount of heat for those who love a spicy twist. Ready in under 35 minutes from start to finish, this cornbread pairs perfectly with chili, barbecue, or as a standalone snack. Baked to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet or baking dish, it’s the ideal crowd-pleaser for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
• 1 small Jalapeño pepper, finely diced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast iron skillet.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, corn kernels, and diced jalapeño peppers (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Let the cornbread cool slightly in the pan for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(943.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2487.1

Total Fat 109.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 498.0mg	0%
Sodium 3705.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 73.0g	0%

Vitamin D 185.1IU	0%
Calcium 1162.1mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1280.3mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 49.8%