Spicy Jalapeno Cornbread with Sweet Lime Honey
This Spicy Jalapeno Cornbread is a delicious fusion of savory heat and bright sweetness — with chopped jalapenos baked into a buttery, moist cornbread base and finished with a drizzle of sweet lime honey glaze. The result is a perfectly balanced bite that’s warm, aromatic, and slightly zesty.Ideal to serve with chili, grilled meats, or Mediterranean salads.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients
For the Cornbread
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
2 large eggs
¼ cup olive oil
1–2 jalapenos, finely chopped
½ cup corn kernels
Optional: ¼ cup shredded cheddar or feta for savory flavor
For the Sweet Lime Honey Drizzle
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp fresh lime juice
½ tsp lime zest
Optional: pinch of chili flakes for an extra kick
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast-iron skillet with butter or olive oil.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Whisk to blend evenly.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
Pour into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
Fold in chopped jalapenos and corn kernels (plus cheese if using).
4. Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Make the Sweet Lime Honey
While the cornbread bakes, whisk together honey, lime juice, and lime zest.
Warm slightly if you prefer a thinner drizzle.
6. Serve
Let the cornbread cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle generously with the sweet lime honey.
Slice and serve warm.
Notes & Tips
Adjust spice by removing jalapeno seeds or using milder peppers like poblanos.
For a Mediterranean twist, use crumbled feta and fresh herbs like thyme or oregano in the batter.
Great served alongside roasted chicken, chili, or grilled vegetables.
Leftovers? Warm slices in the oven and re-drizzle with a bit more honey-lime glaze.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
Greek-style chili or lentil stew
Baked lemon chicken or garlic shrimp skewers
Creamy feta dip or yogurt herb sauce
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~230 kcal
Protein: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fat: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 6 g