Description
Mexican corn bread is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any meal. Its fluffy texture and golden crust make it an irresistible side dish that pairs beautifully with chili, soups, or grilled meats. Easy to make and sure to impress, this recipe is a must-have for your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, stir in diced jalapeños or shredded cheese before baking. Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.