Description
Indulge in Seriously The Best Creole Cornbread EVER!, a delightful blend of Southern flavors that will elevate any meal. This cornbread is rich with gooey cheddar cheese and a hint of jalapeno spice, making it a perfect complement to hearty dishes like chili or gumbo. Whether served warm as a side dish or enjoyed on its own, this cornbread promises to evoke feelings of home-cooked comfort with every bite. Easy to make and versatile, it’s ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1–2 tbsp jalapeno peppers (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 can cream-style corn (14.5 oz)
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In one bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, baking soda, jalapenos, and onion. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, canola oil, and cream-style corn. Combine wet and dry mixtures until blended; fold in cooked rice and cheddar cheese.
- Grease a cast-iron skillet with butter and dust with cornmeal. Pour the batter into the skillet evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg