Description
Hearty jalapeno cornbread delivers southern comfort with a spicy kick. Crisp edges, moist interior, and bold pepper flavor make this classic side dish irresistible for you.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) buttermilk
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- ¼ cup (50 g / 1.8 oz) granulated sugar
- 12 jalapenos, deseeded and diced (or leave seeds for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preparation: Position the oven rack in the center and preheat to 400F (200C). Thoroughly grease a 9-inch cast-iron skillet with butter or cooking spray.
- Dry Mixture: Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large mixing bowl until completely uniform, eliminating any potential lumps.
- Wet Ingredients Fusion: Blend buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and sour cream in a separate bowl, whisking until the mixture achieves a smooth, cohesive consistency.
- Batter Assembly: Form a central well in the dry ingredients and pour the liquid components into it. Delicately fold with a spatula, ensuring minimal mixing to preserve the cornbread’s delicate texture. Gently incorporate shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapenos, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Baking Process: Spread the batter uniformly in the prepared skillet. Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 22-27 minutes, monitoring until the surface transforms into a rich golden-brown hue and a toothpick inserted centrally emerges clean.
- Serving: Extract from the oven and allow the cornbread to rest for 8-12 minutes, enabling it to set and cool slightly. Slice into wedges and present warm, accompanied by softened butter or a honey drizzle for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Prevent Overmixing: Gently fold ingredients until just combined to keep the cornbread light and tender, avoiding tough or dense texture.
- Customize Heat Level: Adjust jalapeno quantity based on personal spice preference; remove seeds for milder flavor or add more for extra kick.
- Cast-Iron Skillet Secret: Preheating the buttered skillet creates a crispy, golden exterior with delightful caramelized edges that enhance overall flavor and texture.
- Ingredient Temperature Matters: Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk to ensure smooth batter integration and consistent baking results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 244
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg