Honey Jalapeno Cornbread
This recipe is for a delicious honey jalapeno cornbread that combines sweet honey, spicy jalapenos, and savory cornbread for a unique flavor experience. It is perfect as a side dish with chili, soup, or barbecue dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 2 jalapeno peppers seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan or a cast-iron skillet.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the corn kernels, jalapeno peppers, and shredded cheddar cheese (if using). Stir until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the greased baking pan or skillet, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve the honey jalapeno cornbread warm as a side dish with your favorite chili, soup, or barbecue dishes.
- The combination of sweet honey, spicy jalapenos, and savory cornbread makes for a delicious and unique flavor experience. Enjoy!