Golden Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread

Name: Golden Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 2 fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced

A moist, buttery cornbread with a savory kick from sharp cheddar and fresh jalapeños.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· August 19, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

25 minutes

Total

40 minutes

Serves

This cornbread has become a family favorite because it manages to be both soft inside and perfectly crispy on the edges. The secret is using browned butter, which gives the bread a wonderful nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the melted cheese.

I love serving this alongside a hearty bowl of chili or just having a warm slice with some extra butter. If you prefer a bit more heat, feel free to leave a few extra seeds in the jalapeños, but it is delicious just as it is.

🧺 Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and place a 10 inch cast iron skillet inside to heat up.
2
Place the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook it until it turns a golden brown color and smells nutty, then remove it from the heat.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
4
In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together, then stir in the browned butter.
5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and the diced jalapeños.
7
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and lightly grease it. Pour the batter into the skillet and smooth the top.
8
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
9
Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for two days or in the fridge for up to four days. You can refresh a slice by warming it in the microwave or a toaster oven before serving.

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