Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze
Jalapeño Cornbread with Lime Honey Glaze is a flavorful twist on the classic cornbread that combines a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños with a sweet, zesty honey-lime drizzle. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for barbecues, family gatherings, or as a comforting snack. Each bite of this fluffy cornbread promises delightful flavors that will elevate your meals and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup diced fresh jalapeños (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, lime zest, and diced jalapeños.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, mix lime juice and honey in a bowl for the glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over warm cornbread before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg