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Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze

Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze


  • Author: Dana
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist, buttery cornbread with a spicy kick from jalapeños, balanced by a sweet and tangy lime honey glaze. Perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)
  • ½ cup honey
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Pinch of salt
  • Sliced jalapeños (for garnish)
  • Freshly chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or cast iron skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Fold in chopped jalapeños and cheddar cheese.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. While baking, whisk honey, lime zest, lime juice, melted butter, and salt together for the glaze.
  7. Once baked, poke small holes in the cornbread and drizzle with the lime honey glaze.
  8. Garnish with sliced jalapeños and fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a milder version, use only one jalapeño or swap for a milder pepper like poblano.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: cornbread, jalapeño, honey glaze, spicy, sweet, side dish