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Easy Mexican Cornbread Recipe with a Cheesy Kick

Cheesy Mexican Cornbread Recipe

Rebecca Blumer
This Mexican cornbread comes in hot—golden, cheesy, a little spicy, and borderline addictive. Made with pantry staples like cornmeal, cheese, and jalapeños, it’s moist, flavorful, and unforgettable. Whether it’s chili night or brunch, this is the side dish that steals the spotlight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 9 Squares
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • 10-inch Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients
 

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin optional

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk or milk + lemon juice substitute
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup neutral oil or melted butter
  • 1 can cream-style corn 14–15 oz

Mix-ins

  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1–2 jalapeños finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack or more cheddar
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro optional
  • 1/4 cup diced green onion optional
  • 1 tbsp butter for pan

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside to heat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cumin.
  • In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and oil or melted butter. Stir in cream-style corn.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold gently until nearly mixed, then stir in corn, jalapeños, cheeses, cilantro, and green onion.
  • Carefully remove the hot skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter in it, and pour in the batter—it should sizzle.
  • Bake for 22–28 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

To reheat, warm slices in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or air-fry at 325°F for 4–6 minutes. Freeze individual pieces wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword Cheesy, Cornbread, Spicy
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