Cheesy Jalapeño-Fluffy and Moist

Introduction

In this video, Rachel from Rachel Cooks with Love shares a fantastic recipe for the best jalapeño cheese cornbread. This cornbread is the perfect side dish and especially great for Thanksgiving if you enjoy cornbread in your dressing. However, it's also a delicious treat you can enjoy any time of the year.

Ingredients

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1¼ cups yellow cornmeal
• 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup whole milk
• ¾ cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 8 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 cup fresh sweet corn (can also use frozen)
• 1¼ cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 finely minced jalapeño (seeds and veins removed)
• Butter for greasing the skillet

Preparation Steps

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Skillet:

   • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
   • Grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet well with butter.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients:

   • In another bowl, whisk together the whole milk, sour cream, and eggs.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients along with the melted butter.
   • Mix everything well but ensure not to overmix.

5. Add Corn, Cheese, and Jalapeño:

   • Add the corn, grated sharp cheddar cheese, and minced jalapeño to the mixture.
   • Gently fold them into the batter.

6. Bake the Cornbread:

   • Pour the batter into the greased cast iron skillet.
   • Spread the batter evenly and bake in the preheated oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean.

7. Serve:

   • Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before cutting into it.
   • Serve warm and enjoy the fluffy, cheesy jalapeño cornbread.

Conclusion

This jalapeño cheese cornbread recipe offers a delicious twist to traditional cornbread, incorporating the perfect blend of sweetness from the corn, the sharpness of the cheddar cheese, and a slight kick from the jalapeño. It's a comforting, flavorful, and easy-to-make side that's sure to be a hit at any meal.