Description
This Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cornbread with Zesty Lime Drizzle is the ultimate sidekick to any savory meal. Moist, tender, and slightly crumbly with a honey-sweet base and jalapeño kick, it’s topped off with a bright citrus lime drizzle that pulls everything together. Whether served with chili or enjoyed on its own, this cornbread is a bold and flavorful twist on a Southern classic.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup honey
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro for garnish
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, honey, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined. Fold in chopped jalapeños and cilantro.
5. Pour the batter into your prepared skillet or dish. Smooth the top and arrange jalapeño slices on top.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
7. While baking, whisk lime juice, zest, and powdered sugar to make the drizzle. Adjust consistency as needed.
8. Let the cornbread cool for 10–15 minutes. Drizzle with the lime glaze and garnish with fresh cilantro.
9. Slice, serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Don’t overmix the batter — gentle folding keeps the cornbread tender.
For a milder heat, remove the jalapeño seeds and membranes.
You can use lime zest in the batter itself for extra brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 258
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 225mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
Keywords: jalapeño cornbread, spicy sweet cornbread, lime drizzle