Queso Cornbread

Get ready to elevate your classic cornbread game with this irresistible Queso Cornbread! Perfectly moist and loaded with bold flavors, this recipe layers rich, creamy queso between tender cornbread infused with sharp cheddar cheese and optional diced jalapeños for a spicy kick. Made with buttermilk for a light, fluffy texture and baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, this dish marries Southern comfort with Tex-Mex flair. Whether served as a side for chili or barbecue or enjoyed as a standalone treat, this queso-filled creation is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 Eggs
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 Jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
• 0.5 cup Prepared queso (store-bought or homemade)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapeño (if using) to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out in an even layer with a spatula.

Step 7

Drizzle the queso over the batter, taking care to avoid the edges so it doesn't leak during baking.

Step 8

Carefully spread the remaining batter over the queso layer, ensuring the queso is fully covered.

Step 9

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 (you may encounter melted queso, but look for batter consistency).

Step 10

Allow the cornbread to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	641.8 grams (641.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2145

Total Fat 103.50g	133%
Saturated Fat 57.30g	287%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 594mg	198%
Sodium 3635mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 263.40g	96%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 42.00g
Protein 48.40g	97%

Vitamin D 141IU	706%
Calcium 450mg	35%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 715mg	15%

*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: 42.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 48.4%