Pam's Mexican Cornbread
Pam's Mexican Cornbread is a bold, flavorful twist on classic cornbread, perfect for spicing up any meal. Combining sweet and savory elements, this recipe pairs rich cheddar cheese, creamy corn, and spicy diced jalapeños with a moist, golden cornbread base for an irresistible flavor profile. The easy-to-follow steps and the option to use a cast-iron skillet make it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Ready in under an hour, this hearty side dish complements everything from chili to barbecue. Serve it warm and watch it disappear! Keywords: Mexican cornbread recipe, jalapeño cornbread, cheesy cornbread, skillet cornbread, spicy cornbread.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 Eggs
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Canned cream-style corn
- 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (fresh or canned)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x9-inch 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.
Step 3
In another mixing bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk until well blended.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, cream-style corn, and diced jalapeños until evenly incorporated.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cornbread to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1093.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2422.7 |
| Total Fat 108.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 646.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3173.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 298.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.1g | |
| Protein 76.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 189.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1204.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1210.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories