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Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread

Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread with Zesty Lime Bliss

This Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread blends sweetness and spice, perfect as a side for chili or on its own.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread Batter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal medium-grind is ideal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with milk and lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh jalapeños finely chopped, adjust to taste
  • handful fresh cilantro chopped
For the Zesty Lime Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust for desired thickness

Equipment

  • 9-inch skillet or baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, honey, eggs, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then gently fold in jalapeños and cilantro.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and garnish the top with sliced jalapeños.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the zest lime drizzle by whisking together lime juice, lime zest, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  8. Allow the cornbread to cool for 10 to 15 minutes, then drizzle with lime glaze before serving.
  9. Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a milder version, deseed jalapeños and adjust the quantity to suit your taste. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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