Mexican-Style Cornbread

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cups corn oil
• 1.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese , divided
• 1 , 8 ounce
• 1 large onion , chopped
• 2 freshs jalapeno peppers , seeded and minced
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square pan or a cast iron skillet.

3. 3

   Beat eggs in a small bowl; mix in buttermilk and corn oil. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese, creamed corn, onion, and jalapeños.

4. 4

   Whisk cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in egg mixture until combined.

5. 5

   Pour batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 to 35 minutes.