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Spicy Jalapeño Cornbread with Sweet Lime Honey Glaze

Delicious Spicy Jalapeño Cornbread with Sweet Lime Honey Glaze

This Spicy Jalapeño Cornbread with Sweet Lime Honey Glaze is a perfect blend of spicy and sweet, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread
  • 1 cup cornmeal medium or fine grind
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 large egg beaten until mixed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 medium jalapeños diced, adjust to taste
For the Sweet Lime Honey Glaze
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose or gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, beaten egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture gently, ensuring not to overmix.
  5. Fold in the diced jalapeños evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. While the cornbread bakes, whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
  9. Allow the cornbread to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and drizzling the glaze over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For custom variations, consider adding shredded cheese or extra veggies to enhance flavor.

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