Description
A deliciously moist cornbread with a kick of jalapeño, complemented by a sweet lime honey drizzle.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup honey
- Zest of 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or cast iron skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well mixed.
- In another bowl, beat together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped jalapeños and grated cheddar cheese.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare the lime honey drizzle by whisking together honey, lime zest, lime juice, melted butter, and a pinch of salt.
- Once baked, drizzle the lime honey glaze over the cornbread. Garnish with sliced jalapeños and cilantro. Cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
Adjust jalapeño to taste for milder flavor; perfect for family-friendly meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg