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    Home » Recipes » Side Dish

    Jalapeno Cornbread

    Published: February 14, 2018 · Updated: March 2, 2020 · By: Krissy · 14 Comments
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    Jalapeno Cornbread is sweet and spicy! This moist and delicious homemade Cheddar Cornbread recipe is easy to make too.

    It is the perfect thing to serve alongside a hot bowl of chili. You control the heat by the amount of jalapeno you add. This recipe is sweet enough that you don't need to top it with honey!

    slice of jalapeno cornbread with butter on top

    Why this recipe works so well:

    Jalapeno Cornbread has everything you want in a scratch made cornbread recipe. I can't talk about cornbread without talking about chili. I've made a few varieties of chili and

    • my most popular is my beer chili.
    • Like green chile? You might want to make a batch of my Southwestern Chili.
    • Come fall when you get invited to a pumpkin themed potluck, you'll want to make my Pumpkin Beer Chili recipe.
    • And finally, super tender meat comes together with a lot of heat in my Five Alarm Steak Chili.

    This jalapeno cornbread recipe it is super moist. I've had plenty of cornbread where a tall glass of milk was required to wash it down. Nope. Not this one.

    Second, it's sweet. There's a ton of sugar in the recipe, but it doesn't create overly sweet cornbread. I would say this cornbread is perfectly sweet. In fact, it is just sweet enough that no honey is needed.

    Finally, the flavor and texture can't be beat! The jalapeno adds just the right amount of heat and the cornmeal adds just the right amount of grit.

    jalapeno cheddar cornbread in pan

    How to make it in a cast iron skillet:

    This recipe can certainly be made in a baking dish, however a cast iron skillet creates amazing results. The reason for using a cast iron skillet is because you can get it super hot in the oven before adding the butter. Then, just before you pour the batter, you throw a big pat of butter into the hot skillet.

    The butter will instantly melt and bubble. Spread it around to cover all the surfaces and then immediately pour in the cornbread batter.

    This will create a buttery, crispy outside to your cornbread. Pouring the batter into a hot cast iron skillet will immediately cook the sides and turn them golden crispy.

    This method is actually easier than using a baking dish. Why? Well, greasing a cold baking dish with butter gets your fingers messy. With a hot cast iron skillet, the greasing part is quick and easy.

    Second, a well seasoned cast iron skillet takes only seconds to wash. If you use a baking dish, parts of the jalapeno cornbread will stick. That means you'll have to wash it away. With a hot cast iron skillet, the cornbread easily lifts out.

    Cornbread recipe with jalapeno and cheddar

    What makes the cornbread moist?

    There are a few factors to creating a super moist cornbread.

    • First is the mixing method. With any baked goods, you do not want to over mix your ingredients. By first creaming the butter and the sugar, you give your cornbread a fluffy base. Then, by alternating the dry and wet ingredients and mixing just enough to incorporate, you'll end up with a light and fluffy batter.
    • Cornbread uses a lot of baking powder to give the heavy cornmeal lift. The sooner you get your cornbread batter into the oven, the lighter and fluffier it will be. This, too, will create a moist jalapeno cornbread.
    • Finally, I love to add canned corn to any homemade cornbread that I make. As long as you use a good brand, and I highly recommend Trader Joe's, the corn will add sweetness and moisture. There are a lot of recipes out there that call for creamed corn, but I much prefer to add a good canned corn and the sugar separately. If fresh corn is in season, use it! Be sure to scrape all of the liquid away from the cob and add it to the cornbread as well.
    How to make jalapeno cornbread
    Jalapeno Cornbread is sweet and spicy! This moist and delicious homemade Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread recipe is easy to make. It is the perfect thing to serve alongside a hot bowl of chili. You control the heat by the amount of jalapeno you add. This cornbread is sweet enough that you don't need to top it with honey!

    Jalapeno Cornbread

    Jalapeno Cornbread is sweet and spicy! This moist and delicious homemade Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread recipe is easy to make. It is the perfect thing to serve alongside a hot bowl of chili. You control the heat by the amount of jalapeno you add. This cornbread is sweet enough that you don't need to top it with honey!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Scale: 12 servings
    Recipe Created By: Krissy Allori

    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup butter (softened and divided)
    • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 cups medium grind corn meal
    • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
    • 4 ½ teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
    • 1 ⅔ cup whole milk
    • 14 ounces corn (I used one can, drained)
    • 3 jalapenos (stem removed, sliced, seeds included if you like it spicy)
    • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese ( shredded )
    • 2 tablespoons butter ( for greasing skillet)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F with a 12 inch cast iron skillet in the oven.
    • Using a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar together on medium high speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape sides.
    • In a medium sized bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine eggs and milk. Alternate adding small amounts of the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients to the butter mixture, each time mixing just until combined. Fold in corn, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese.
    • Pull hot cast iron skillet out of the oven and melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet, spreading around the bottom and up the sides. Pour batter into skillet and cook for 20 minutes in 400 degree F oven. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F and continue cooking for 10 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

    Notes

    Amount of jalapeno and whether or not you add the seeds depends on how spicy you like your cornbread.

    NUTRITION INFORMATION

    Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 404mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 705IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Jim Vijay

      November 02, 2021 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      You have obviously experimented with versions of this.
      Just curious why you decided not to use buttermilk.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 03, 2021 at 6:42 am

        I actually use buttermilk all the time with my cooking, but with this recipe I believe I was going off of a different version of cornbread that I used to make.

        Reply
    2. Justin Gisonda

      October 18, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      Anybody have an issue with the cooking time. I followed the cooking time and it still needed 10-12 minutes of extra cooking time. Had to bump it up to 350. Have a pretty decent gas oven as well. Still came out really good. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        October 19, 2019 at 5:15 am

        Hi Justin, What size baking dish/pan did you use? I'm wondering if that had an impact. Thanks, Krissy

        Reply
    3. Lisa

      August 03, 2019 at 11:40 am

      I just made this and it was delicious. I used one of those brownie pans that make the individual pieces. I was thinking about using the recipe and making mini muffins for a big party. It will be easier than cutting it. Do you have any recommendation for how long to put mini muffin cornbread in the oven, and at what point would I adjust and change the temperature? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Krissy

        August 05, 2019 at 2:00 pm

        Not sure how much you'll have to reduce the time. I'd probably just rely on my nose and a toothpick to test for doneness. I think you can get away with the same temp. Krissy

        Reply
    4. Rhonda

      April 01, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      If I use a baking dish should I use the same size as the link you provided? It’s a 14x9.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        April 02, 2019 at 11:50 am

        14x9 will work!

        Reply
    5. wanda rounsaville

      March 17, 2019 at 3:05 pm

      Can you used pickled jalapenos instead of fresh?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        March 27, 2019 at 7:46 am

        Sure can. I much prefer fresh in this recipe though. I'm a huge fan of pickled jalapenos for the heat, but fresh ones taste really good in corn bread.

        Reply
    6. Diana

      January 29, 2019 at 3:34 pm

      You don't mention in directions when and where to add the corn?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        January 30, 2019 at 2:36 pm

        Sorry about that! You fold it in with the jalpenos. I updated the recipe. Thanks!

        Reply
    7. Josie

      December 22, 2018 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      This came out amazing! Will definitely be making this again, thanks!

      Reply
    8. Lauren

      October 24, 2018 at 4:05 pm

      Absolutely delicious! The best I’ve ever had—the crispy edges and moist inside made it perfection. Thanks... this recipe is a keeper!!!

      Reply

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