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Spicy Jalapeño Cornbread

Moist, golden cornbread loaded with fresh jalapeños and melted cheddar cheese for a bold, savory kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2-3 jalapeños diced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking pan or skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease baking pan.
  2. Whisk dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  3. Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl until combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
  5. Fold in cheese and jalapeños.
  6. Pour batter into pan and bake 22–25 minutes.
  7. Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust jalapeño quantity to control spice level.