Black Eyed Pea Cornbread

Get ready to elevate your cornbread game with this savory Black Eyed Pea Cornbread recipe, a delicious twist on a Southern classic! Packed with the hearty goodness of black-eyed peas, the cheesy richness of shredded cheddar, and the zesty kick of diced jalapeño, this golden-brown cornbread will be your new favorite side. Enhanced by the subtle crunch of green onions and the tang of buttermilk, this one-bowl wonder is baked to perfection in a cast-iron skillet for that irresistible crispy edge. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's the perfect crowd-pleasing dish for potlucks, barbecues, or even a cozy family dinner. Serve it warm and watch it disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Canned black-eyed peas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium Jalapeño (finely diced)
• 2 stalks Green onions (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish with vegetable oil and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until well-combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, black-eyed peas, diced jalapeño, and chopped green onions until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cast-iron skillet or baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool slightly in the skillet for about 5 minutes. Slice into wedges or squares and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1047.3 grams (1047.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2273

Total Fat 88.50g	113%
Saturated Fat 41.20g	206%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.90g
Cholesterol 528mg	176%
Sodium 3379mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 319.40g	116%
Dietary Fiber 26.20g	94%
Total Sugars 33.30g
Protein 59.60g	119%

Vitamin D 209IU	1045%
Calcium 450mg	35%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1506mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 55.2%