Spicy Sweet Cornbread

Elevate your cornbread game with this irresistible Spicy Sweet Cornbread! Combining the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, this recipe features a moist and tender crumb with bursts of flavor from fresh jalapeños and sweet corn kernels. A touch of honey adds subtle richness, while a pinch of cayenne pepper provides a gentle kick that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of cornmeal. Quick to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes, this cornbread makes a standout side dish for barbecues, chili nights, or any meal in need of a flavorful boost. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for a comforting, crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.33 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 fresh jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
• 0.5 cup canned sweet corn, drained

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or a 9-inch round pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cayenne pepper until well combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced jalapeño and sweet corn until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with 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 the cornbread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2200.5

Total Fat 74.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 530.4mg	0%
Sodium 3191.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 354.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 118.7g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 394.8mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1119.8mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 62.4%