Texas Spoon Bread

Delightfully creamy and bursting with Southern charm, Texas Spoon Bread is the ultimate comfort food that brings bold flavors to your table. This easy-to-make dish combines the rich heartiness of yellow cornmeal with the indulgence of sharp cheddar cheese, a touch of sweet creamed corn, and the subtle heat of diced green chilies. Perfectly golden and tender, this spoon bread gets its irresistible fluffiness from a blend of milk, eggs, and butter, baked to perfection in just under an hour. Whether serving it as a comforting side dish at your next barbecue, a standout addition to your holiday spread, or a cozy weeknight indulgence, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty stews. Make this crowd-pleasing classic for a Southern-inspired dish that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pieces eggs, large
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup canned diced green chilies
• 0.75 cup creamed corn

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring to combine until no lumps remain.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced green chilies, and creamed corn, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the spoon bread is puffed, golden brown, and just set in the center.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the spoon bread cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm, spooned directly from the dish, and enjoy the cheesy, savory goodness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1175.4 grams (1175.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2133

Total Fat 100.50g	129%
Saturated Fat 56.50g	283%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 629mg	210%
Sodium 5632mg	245%
Total Carbohydrate 247.40g	90%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 56.30g
Protein 72.00g	144%

Vitamin D 265IU	1325%
Calcium 1346mg	104%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1213mg	26%

*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: 41.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 45.4%