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Mexican Cornbread

Posted on June 2, 2020December 19, 2024
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Mexican Cornbread

Mexican Cornbread is moist inside and crusty outside.  Loaded with yellow corn kernels and diced jalapeno peppers.   
 
Easy to make skillet cornbread or muffins with this recipe.
Cheddar cheese and chopped onions are optional ingredients.
 
 
THIN MEXICAN CORNBREAD SLICES AND MEXICAN CORNBREAD MUFFINS
 
Made with white self-rising cornmeal mix.  No cheese or chopped onions.
 
 
 
Easy to make with a few simple ingredients.  
 
Mexican Cornbread
 
 
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Mexican Cornbread pairs well with meat loaf, baked chicken, barbecue, smoky collard greens and smoky turnip greens and southern fried cabbage.
 
 
 
 
JARRED JALAPENO PEPPERS
 
Drain before adding to the batter. 
 
Mt Olive Diced Jalapeno Peppers
 
Mt. Olive Diced Jalapeno Pepper
 
 
USE WHOLE CORN KERNELS OR CREAM STYLE CORN
 
Either one will work in this recipe.  Just a matter of personal preference.
 
If using whole kernel corn, thoroughly rinse before using.  If using cream style corn, do not rinse (this tip is for beginners).  
 
 
Mexican Cornbread
 
 
HOW TO THOROUGHLY BAKE BOTTOM CRUST
 
The key to a thoroughly baked bottom crust is to grease skillet and preheat until oil until sizzling hot before pouring in cornbread batter. 
 
The hot oil will thoroughly bake the bottom and sides resulting in a deep, golden brown delicious texture.  

 

MEXICAN CORNBREAD MUFFINS 

Use this recipe to make muffins.  Grease muffin tin and place in preheated oven until hot (about 5 minutes).  Remove from oven and fill each cup with batter.  Bake as directed in instructions.     

Mexican Cornbread Muffins

 

 

Mexican Cornbread Muffins

 

Enjoy!

 

 
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EDITOR’S NOTE (December 6, 2024):  Updated instructions (Step 2) to include self-rising flour.  It was previously omitted in error.  My apologies.  
 
DISCLOSURE (SPONSORED):  I first posted this recipe on my blog in 2020.  During that time, I “purchased” a jar of Diced Jalapeno Peppers with a coupon provided by Mt. Olive Pickles. 
 
I have not been paid money to promote their product.
 
Delighted to share the jarred jalapeno peppers I used to make this delicious recipe.
       All comments are my own.

 

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Mexican Cornbread
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4 from 1 vote

Mexican Cornbread

Mexican Cornbread is moist inside and crusty outside. Loaded with yellow corn kernels and diced jalapeno peppers. Cheddar cheese and chopped onions are optional. Use this recipe to make skillet cornbread or muffins. Recipe and photography by Beverly Davis for CornbreadMillionaire.com.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: #hearty, easyrecipe
Servings: 8 servings
Cost: $14

Ingredients

  • 1-1/4 cups self-rising cornmeal mix (yellow or white) I used white self-rising cornmeal mix.
  • 1/4 cup self-rising flour Sifted, spooned and leveled.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup yellow corn kernels (rinsed and drained) or cream style corn (do not rinse)
  • 1/4 cup jarred diced jalapeno peppers (drained) For less heat, use 2 tablespoons full (drained).
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onions (optional)
  • 1 large egg, beaten Or use 2 small eggs
  • 1 cup whole cultured buttermilk Add two additional tablespoons of buttermilk to make batter pourable.
  • vegetable oil or shortening To grease skillet and muffin tin

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In large bowl, combine self-rising cornmeal mix, self-rising flour (sifted, spooned and leveled), sugar (if using), yellow corn kernels, jarred diced jalapeno peppers, chopped white onions (if using), one large egg (beaten), and buttermilk.
  • Stir until well combined. Set aside.
  • Grease 9" cast iron skillet (or other bakeware) with vegetable oil. Over low-medium heat on top of stove, heat greased skillet until oil is sizzling hot (but not smoking). Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Greased skillet is hot enough when a small drop of batter sizzles and turns brown on the bottom. WARNING: Don't lean face close to skillet because hot oil may pop UP when a drop of batter is added to see if it's hot enough.
  • Turn heat off. Carefully pour batter into hot greased skillet. Smooth evenly with back of spoon.
  • Use oven mitt to carefully place skillet into preheated oven. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick or knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Serve hot.

Mexican Cornbread Muffins

  • Grease bottom and sides of a muffin tin with a paper towel dipped in vegetable oil. Or spray each cup with vegetable oil cooking spray.
  • Fill each cup with cornbread batter (about 3 tablespoons).
  • Place muffin tin in preheated oven.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes OR until a toothpick or knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Makes 6 muffins. Serve hot.

Mexican Cornbread with Cheddar Cheese

  • Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (mild or medium) into batter. Batter should be pourable. Bake as directed. After removing from oven allow to cool at least 10 minutes BEFORE cutting. Please note that when HOT cornbread with cheddar cheese is cut, it will be slightly mushy. Don't be alarmed. Just allow it to cool at least 10 minutes. Cornbread will be firm up and become semi-dense. Texture will lighten significantly after about 20 minutes in the pan.

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7 thoughts on “Mexican Cornbread”

  1. Jeff Baker says:
    December 6, 2024 at 7:44 am

    4 stars
    Hi Jan, your recipe looks great!

    One question though. I found the printable recipe after watching your video. But the printable recipe includes 1/4 cup self-rising flour which is not in the video however in step 2 of the ‘Mexican “Skillet” Cornbread’ Instructions above for mixing the ingredients together, the flour is not there either.

    Should the flour be left off or added in?

    Reply
    1. Cornbread Millionaire says:
      December 6, 2024 at 8:19 pm

      Hi Jeff,

      First, my sincere apologies for the typos! Many thanks for your interest in my Mexican Cornbread recipe and for bringing the typo to my attention. Moments ago, I corrected the mistake. Definitely include the flour. I’ve updated the recipe’s instructions by adding self-rising flour in STEP 2. I also deleted the name Mexican “Skillet” Cornbread because it’s not necessary. I’ll soon create a new video because of the increased interest in this recipe. I hope you enjoy and please let me know if I may be of further assistance. Merry Christmas!

      Reply
      1. Cornbread Millionaire says:
        December 6, 2024 at 11:00 pm

        Hi Jeff,

        You’re welcome! No apologies required. Mexican Cornbread is good with
        homemade chili, meat loaf, vegetable soup, cabbage, and salads. Enjoy!

        Reply
  2. Jan says:
    March 27, 2022 at 6:50 pm

    I am definitely trying this!

    Reply
    1. Cornbread Millionaire says:
      March 28, 2022 at 8:53 am

      Hi Jan! It’s worth a try for sure. Thank you for visiting my blog. Please come again!

      Reply
  3. Patricia says:
    January 2, 2022 at 11:04 am

    I will try

    Reply
    1. Cornbread Millionaire says:
      January 2, 2022 at 11:22 am

      Please let me know your results.

      Reply

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