Bandera Cornbread Recipe

Ingredients

• Yellow cornmeal: 1 ½ cups, Medium grind preferred
• All-purpose flour: 1 cup
• Granulated sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder: 1 tablespoon
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin: ½ teaspoon
• Chili powder: ½ teaspoon
• Buttermilk: 1 cup, brings tanginess and tender crumb
• Large eggs: 2, beaten, bind the ingredients
• Unsalted butter: ½ cup (melted and cooled), adds richness and moist texture
• Honey: 1 tablespoon, for a natural sweetness that complements cornmeal
• Fresh corn kernels: ½ cup, for bursts of sweetness and texture
• Jalapeños: 1 small, finely chopped, adds a mild spicy kick
• Shredded sharp cheddar cheese: ½ cup, for cheesy richness
• Chopped fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons, for a fresh herbal note