Best 9 Easy Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our delightful Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread recipe! This Southern classic is a perfect blend of spicy and cheesy flavors, with a moist, tender crumb and a crispy golden crust. Enjoy it as a side dish with your favorite comfort foods or as a hearty snack on its own.

In addition to the classic Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread, we'll also guide you through a tantalizing collection of cornbread variations. Discover the smoky sweetness of our Chipotle Cheddar Cornbread, the tangy zest of our Lemon Herb Cornbread, and the irresistible cheesy goodness of our Three-Cheese Cornbread. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved Southern staple, ensuring that you'll find the perfect cornbread to complement any meal.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY JALAPENO CORN BREAD



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This homeade corn bread sent in by Angela Oelschlaeger is dressed up with green onion, cheddar cheese and jalapeno pepper. It takes just minutes to bake. "Serve it warm with honey," suggests the Tonganoxie, Kansas cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup cream-style corn
1/4 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fat-free milk
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the corn, egg substitute, cheese, milk, onion, butter and jalapeno. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour into an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHEDDAR JALAPENO CORNBREAD RECIPE



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You have to try this easy cheddar jalapeno cornbread recipe. It is the perfect blend of spicy and sweet and your family will love this cornbread recipe.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 packages cornbread mix ((or homemade cornbread mix))
1 1/3 cup milk ((accoridng to directions))
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1/4 cup cheddar cheese ((to top))
1 fresh jalapeno ((seeded and diced))

Steps:

  • Heat up your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Place your 9X9 metal baking pan in the oven with a tablespoon of butter. You want your pan hot when you put in the cornbread.
  • Combine the mixes, milk jalapenos and cheese untiled mixed.
  • Pour into hot pan.
  • top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 384 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FLUFFY JALAPENO CHEDDAR CORNBREAD RECIPE



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The BEST recipe for super soft, moist and fluffy Jalapeno Cornbread loaded with cheddar cheese. Enjoy this southern side with all your fave comfort dishes!

Provided by Sommer Collier

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups yellow cornmeal ((not mix))
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups buttermilk
4 large eggs
1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
10 ounces frozen sweet corn (thawed)
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3-4 large jalapenos (diced (about ¾ cup))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Set out a 9 X 13 inch baking dish and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Dice the jalapenos and shred the cheese. (If you are sensitive to heat, seed the jalapenos before dicing, otherwise leave the seeds in.)
  • Set out a large mixing bowl. Add the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well. Then whisk in the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.
  • Fold the thawed sweet corn, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, and the diced jalapenos into the batter. Mix well.
  • Scoop the batter into the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese over the top.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes. The center should no longer jiggle when you shake the pan. (You can insert a toothpick into the center to make sure it's fully baked. If the toothpick comes out dry, remove from the oven.)

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 515 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 729 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g

CHEDDAR-JALAPENO CORNBREAD



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Our Classic Cornbread strikes the right balance between tender and crumbly. Here, we've jazzed up the batter with addition of sharp cheddar and spicy jalapenos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus more, room temperature, for pan
1 1/2 cups yellow or white cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
6 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar
3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/3 cup chopped drained pickled jalapenos

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan. In a large bowl, stir together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, buttermilk, and eggs. Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture and stir just until combined (do not overmix). Stir 1 1/4 cups grated cheddar, corn kernels, and jalapenos into batter. Transfer batter to pan and smooth top. Top with 1/4 cup grated cheddar.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool in pan on a wire rack, 15 minutes, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 12 g

JALAPENO CHEDDAR CORNBREAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 large pieces

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups milk
3 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus extra to grease the pan
8 ounces aged extra-sharp Cheddar, grated, divided
1/3 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts, plus extra for garnish, 3 scallions
3 tablespoons seeded and minced fresh jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and butter. With a wooden spoon, stir the wet ingredients into the dry until most of the lumps are dissolved. Don't overmix! Mix in 2 cups of the grated Cheddar, the scallions and jalapenos, and allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 by 13 by 2-inch baking pan.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle with the remaining grated Cheddar and extra chopped scallions. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool and cut into large squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.

JALAPENO AND CHEDDAR CORNBREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus additional for topping
1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
1 cup finely ground cornmeal
1 tablespoon superfine sugar
2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs plus 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup canned creamed corn
3 small green onions, thinly sliced
2 to 3 jalapeno chiles, seeded, deveined and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. If using an 8-inch-square baking dish instead, simply grease the bottom of the dish with some of the butter and place the remainder in the bottom of the dish. Set the skillet or dish aside.
  • Sift the flour blend, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda together into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix the buttermilk and eggs together well. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients to thoroughly mix.
  • Fold in the cheese, creamed corn, green onions and chiles and stir until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared skillet or baking dish and dab a bit more butter on top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown. Leave to cool in the pan or dish a few minutes before slicing and serving while warm.

EASY JALAPEñO CHEDDAR CORNBREAD



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This cornbread delivers a delicious kick that pairs perfectly with a hearty bowl of chili.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pouch (6.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ cornbread & muffin mix
1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeño chiles
1/2 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese (2 oz)
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
Progresso™ Southwest Style white chicken chili with beans, as desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease or spray bottom of 8-inch cast-iron skillet. Heat skillet in oven about 10 minutes or until hot. (Or an 8-inch square pan can be used; no preheating required in oven.)
  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except chili. Pour into skillet.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Loosen sides with knife, and carefully remove from skillet to cooling rack to cool. Serve with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

JALAPENO CORN BREAD



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Wonderful cornbread with a hint of spice.

Provided by Sheila

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8.25 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 cup yellow cornmeal
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup corn oil
3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
3 eggs
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Move an oven rack to the center position in oven.
  • Mix cream-style corn, cornmeal, buttermilk, corn oil, Cheddar cheese, eggs, jalapeno peppers, salt, and baking soda in a large mixing bowl.
  • Put butter into a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • Melt butter in preheated oven, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour corn bread batter into the baking dish over melted butter.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 590.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

JALAPENO AND CHEDDAR CORNBREAD



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Make and share this Jalapeno and Cheddar Cornbread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
1/2 cup canned sliced jalapeno, drained
1 cup buttermilk
4 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Lightly grease an oblong 9 x 11 baking pan or coat with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, sugar, and baking soda.
  • Stir in cheese, corn, jalapeños, buttermilk and eggs, just enough to blend.
  • Stir in the melted butter.
  • Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and let cool in pan 15 minutes then cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 86.5, Sodium 523.7, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3, Protein 7

Tips:

  • Use fresh jalapeños: Fresh jalapeños have a better flavor and heat level than dried or canned jalapeños.
  • Remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeños: This will help to reduce the heat level of the cornbread.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice the jalapeños: This will help to prevent the jalapeños from becoming mushy in the cornbread.
  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese: A good quality cheddar cheese will melt smoothly and evenly in the cornbread.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cornbread tough.
  • Bake the cornbread in a hot oven: This will help to create a crispy crust on the cornbread.
  • Let the cornbread cool slightly before serving: This will help to prevent the cornbread from falling apart.

Conclusion:

This jalapeño cheddar cornbread is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and flavorful, with a slightly spicy kick from the jalapeños. The cheddar cheese adds a rich and cheesy flavor to the cornbread. This cornbread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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