Mexican Cornbread

Spice up your dinner table with this irresistible Mexican Cornbread! Bursting with flavor, this recipe combines the comforting sweetness of cornbread with a savory twist, thanks to hearty cheddar cheese, vibrant jalapeño peppers, and tender corn kernels. With a moist, buttery texture and just the right amount of heat, this easy-to-make dish comes together in under 40 minutes, making it a perfect side for your favorite Mexican meals or a standalone treat. Whether served warm with a drizzle of honey, a smear of butter, or paired with chili or tacos, this cheesy, golden-brown cornbread is sure to steal the spotlight. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and holiday feasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 cup Canned corn kernels (drained)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 Jalapeño peppers (seeded and finely diced)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the corn kernels, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced jalapeños until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

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

Allow the cornbread to cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy with butter, honey, or as a side to your favorite Mexican dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1188.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2786.8

Total Fat 114.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 649.1mg	0%
Sodium 4864.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 88.9g
Protein 83.2g	0%

Vitamin D 206.9IU	0%
Calcium 1187.3mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1513.6mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 52.9%