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Crispy Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread

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A quick and easy cornbread recipe with a spicy kick from jalapeños and melty sharp cheddar, baked to crispy perfection in a cast-iron skillet.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) medium grind cornmeal
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or 2%
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream (dairy-free alternative: coconut yogurt)
  • 2 medium fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped (leave seeds in for extra heat)
  • 1 cup (110g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for skillet

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place your cast-iron skillet inside to heat while you prepare the batter.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly mixed.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the milk, sour cream, and melted butter, whisking until smooth and combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula just until combined—do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chopped jalapeños and shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Swirl a bit of butter around the bottom and sides to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  7. Pour the batter into the skillet, smoothing the top. It should sizzle slightly on contact.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing to allow the cornbread to set.

Notes

Heat the cast-iron skillet before adding batter to achieve crispy edges. Do not overmix the batter to keep the cornbread tender. Freshly shred cheddar cheese for best melting and texture. For milder heat, remove jalapeño seeds or substitute with poblano peppers. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly.

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Keywords: cornbread, jalapeño, cheddar, spicy snack, cast iron skillet, quick cornbread, cheesy cornbread

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