Absolute Mexican Cornbread
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 can cream-style corn
15 ounce
- ½ can chopped green chile peppers
drained, 4 ounce
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time. Blend in cream corn, chiles, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
- 3
In a separate bowl, stir together flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to corn mixture; stir until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- 4
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted into center of the pan comes out clean.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a cornbread that's incredibly moist, rich with flavor, and offers a delightful savory-sweet kick? This Absolute Mexican Cornbread is precisely what you need, blending classic comfort with a delicious, cheesy twist that will quickly become a family favorite. It's the perfect companion for a cozy meal.
What sets this cornbread apart is the thoughtful combination of cream-style corn and chopped green chiles, ensuring every bite is wonderfully moist and bursting with flavor. The duo of shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses melts throughout the batter, adding a luxurious, savory depth that perfectly balances the subtle sweetness of the corn.
You can anticipate a cornbread with an incredibly tender, almost cake-like crumb, a welcome contrast to drier, more crumbly versions. Each generous slice offers a harmonious blend of sweet corn, a gentle warmth from the green chiles, and delightful pockets of savory, melted cheese. It’s substantial enough to be a satisfying side for dinner but also delightful enough to enjoy on its own as a comforting snack.
While fantastic as is, feel free to adjust the heat by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients if you like things spicier. For an even richer texture, you could substitute part of the butter with a high-quality oil. If you only have one type of cheese on hand, an equal amount of either Monterey Jack or Cheddar will still yield delicious, cheesy results.
This versatile cornbread is perfect served warm alongside hearty chili, stews, or grilled meats. It also makes a fantastic, comforting addition to any brunch spread or potluck, offering a crowd-pleasing side that everyone will enjoy.