Ingredients
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Gather these ingredients to make your own spicy masterpiece!
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 2–3 jalapeños, diced (adjust to your heat preference)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in cheddar cheese, corn, and jalapeños (and cilantro if desired).
- Pour the batter into a greased casserole dish and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
- For added flavor, consider serving with a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg