Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread with Zesty Lime Drizzle
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread with Zesty Lime Drizzle, a perfect companion to your savory meals and gatherings. This moist and tender cornbread blends the sweetness of honey with a spicy jalapeño kick, topped with a refreshing lime drizzle that enhances its appeal. Ideal for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy dinners at home, this recipe offers a bold twist on traditional cornbread that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- For the Zesty Lime Drizzle: 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, honey, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in chopped jalapeños.
- Pour batter into prepared skillet and garnish with sliced jalapeños.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, whisk together lime juice, zest, and powdered sugar for the drizzle.
- Cool cornbread slightly before drizzling with lime glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg