Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze
Experience a delightful culinary twist with our Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze. This savory-sweet dish perfectly balances the spicy kick of jalapeños with the refreshing zest of lime, creating a unique flavor sensation that will elevate any meal. Ideal as a side to hearty soups or barbecues, or as a standalone snack, this cornbread is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its fluffy texture and vibrant flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at family gatherings and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh or canned corn kernels
- 2–3 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in corn kernels, jalapeños, and cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, mix honey with lime zest and juice for the glaze.
- Drizzle the warm glaze over the cornbread after removing from the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg