Fiesta Cornbread

Bring a burst of flavor to your table with Fiesta Cornbread, a scrumptious twist on the classic cornbread recipe! Packed with melty cheddar cheese, sweet corn kernels, zesty diced jalapeños, and fragrant green onions, this savory bake delivers bold, Southwestern-inspired flavors in every bite. Perfectly golden and irresistibly moist, it's an easy side dish that pairs beautifully with chili, barbecue, or hearty soups. Ready in just 40 minutes and simple to prepare in a cast-iron skillet or baking pan, this festive cornbread is sure to wow your family and guests alike. Ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing twist on a comfort food classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 large Egg
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Canned sweet corn kernels, drained
• 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch square baking pan or cast-iron skillet.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, sweet corn kernels, diced jalapeños, and green onions until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan or skillet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Enjoy your Fiesta Cornbread warm as a side dish or on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1063.3 grams (1063.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2397

Total Fat 107.10g	137%
Saturated Fat 61.00g	305%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 493mg	164%
Sodium 5675mg	247%
Total Carbohydrate 305.10g	111%
Dietary Fiber 19.70g	70%
Total Sugars 48.40g
Protein 72.70g	145%

Vitamin D 185IU	925%
Calcium 1175mg	90%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1375mg	29%

*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: 38.9%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 49.3%