Spicy Cheddar Cornbread: Golden, Cheesy, Kick-in-Every-Bite Magic
Imagine buttery golden cornbread studded with melted cheddar pockets and a fiery jalapeño tingle that dances on your tongue. This Spicy Cheddar Cornbread is the ultimate sidekick for chili nights, BBQs, or solo snacking straight from the skillet.
The secret? Fluffy shredded cheddar that melts into every crumb, plus uniform jalapeño flecks for balanced heat. A quick spin with the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater handles the cheese and peppers effortlessly—no mess, just perfection.
🧀Ingredients (Serves 8)
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
¼ cup sugar (optional, for touch of sweet)
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
¼ cup melted butter
1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
1–2 jalapeños, seeded and finely shredded
Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika, extra cheese for topping
🍳Step-by-Step: Cornbread in 4 Easy Moves
1. Shred the Stars
Lock your Geedel Rotary Grater with suction base.
Fine shred blade: Feed cheddar → crank for fluffy cheese clouds.
Switch to fine blade for jalapeños → even heat in every bite.
2. Mix the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
In another, beat buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
Combine wet and dry—just until mixed. Fold in shredded cheddar and jalapeños.
3. Bake to Golden
Pour into a greased cast-iron skillet or 8x8 pan.
Sprinkle extra cheddar on top (because more cheese).
Bake at 400°F until edges are crisp and a toothpick comes clean.
4. Serve Warm
Let cool slightly, then slice into wedges.
Pair with chili, honey butter, or eat it solo—crumbly, cheesy, spicy bliss.
🌽Tips & Twists
Mild Version – Swap jalapeños for bell peppers.
Corn Boost – Fold in ½ cup canned corn kernels.
Herb Pop – Add Geedel-shredded green onions.
Make-Ahead – Shred cheese/peppers with Geedel up to 1 day ahead.
Gluten-Free – Use 1:1 GF flour blend.
🧈Conclusion: Cornbread That Steals the Show
This Spicy Cheddar Cornbread isn’t just bread—it’s comfort with a kick. With the Geedel Rotary Grater, every shred melts perfectly, every bite packs flavor. One skillet, endless cravings.
