Description
A golden, moist cornbread with spicy jalapeños and melty cheddar cheese—a perfect side for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 jalapeños (seeded and diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8×8-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in cheese, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle with extra cheese and jalapeños.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes