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Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread with a Zesty Lime Twist

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A delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors featuring jalapeños and honey, with a refreshing lime glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Yellow Cornmeal
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted)
  • 2 count Fresh Jalapeños (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 count Jalapeño (thinly sliced for topping)
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice & Zest
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and heat a cast-iron skillet in the oven.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; whisk well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together honey, buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
  4. Fold in the chopped jalapeños and cilantro into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently without overmixing.
  6. Pour the batter into the hot skillet, topping with thinly sliced jalapeños.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Mix powdered sugar with lime juice and zest for the glaze, then drizzle over the cooled cornbread.

Notes

For cheese lovers, consider adding shredded cheese to the batter. Adjust jalapeño quantity based on spice tolerance.

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