Spicy Cornbread & Honey Butter Recipe
Experience the perfect balance of heat and sweetness with our moist, spicy cornbread served alongside a rich, velvety honey butter.
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Ingredients
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Cornbread
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter. Add the finely chopped jalapeño.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- 5
Bake
Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Prepare Honey Butter
While the cornbread is baking, prepare the honey butter by mixing together softened butter and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
- 7




