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    Loaded Cornbread

    Published: Oct 25, 2021 by Kristin 40 Comments

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    Classic Cornbread gets kicked up several notches in this Loaded Cornread recipe by adding in cheese, bacon, corn, and more! The perfect side dish to go with any meal!

    flavorful cornbread loaded with bacon, peppers, cheese, and more

    One of my favorite side dishes to pair with a bowl of chili is cornbread. Since there are so many versions, there is always a way to change it up and try something new. From sweet cornbread, to loaded cornbread, classic cornbread, and more! Which is your favorite?

    Personally, I am a loaded cornrbead fanatic. Something about adding in bacon, jalapenos, and anything else I can find makes me want to finish the skillet off all by myself.

    My husband is definitely a sweet cornbread fan. He likes his cornbread to taste a bit like cake, versus cornbread, haha!

    Over the years, I have tweaked several family favorites and we now stick to our favorites. Depending on the dish, I decide which recipe I am going to make!

    Check out these other great cornbread options:

    Knock Your Socks Off Cornbread

    Simple Cornbread Casserole

    Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread

    Last weekend, for Superbowl Sunday, we made a big pot of chili. I decided to change things up from sweet cornbread and make a loaded version in my cast iron skillet.

    The cornbread was the perfect side dish and complimented the chili perfectly.

    Since I added a bit extra jalapeno, it had quite the kick to it and my kids stayed clear of it, but it was delicious nonetheless.

    The best part about this loaded cornbread, it’s easy to change up. If you don’t like jalapenos, leave them out. Love bacon? Add more! Change it up depending on what you prefer!! Maybe even add in some green chiles, Mexicorn, change up the cheese, etc.

    Enjoy and be sure to let me know what you think in the comment section below if you give this a try!

    using cornmeal, this loaded cornbread comes together with all your favorite add in's

    Ingredients Needed:

    Cornmeal

    Eggs

    Milk

    Oil

    Cheddar cheese, shredded

    Sugar

    Bacon, cooked and crumbled

    Creamed corn

    Diced jalapenos

    How to prepare:

    Preheat oven- 425 degrees

    Grease pan/skillet- melt butter into skillet if using cast iron or grease a pan.

    Combine ingredients- in a bowl, combine the cornmeal, eggs, milk, oil, cheese, sugar, bacon, corn, and jalapeno.

    Pour batter into prepared pan- whether using cast iron skillet or baking pan, pour batter evenly.

    Place in oven- place pan/skillet into oven and bake 25-30 minutes.

    Serve- and enjoy!

    flavorful, moist, and fluffy cornbread loaded with bacon, cheese, peppers, and more

    This Southern favorite bread is taken up a notch when it’s filled with bacon, peppers, and cheese. This Loaded Cornbread is a perfect for any time of the year. Print the recipe below and be sure to give it a try!

    moist, flavorful cornbread loaded with add in's
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    Loaded Cornbread

    Classic Cornbread gets kicked up several notches in this Loaded Cornread recipe by adding in cheese, bacon, corn, and more! The perfect side dish to go with any meal!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Course: Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cast iron skillet, cornbread, loaded cornbread
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 496kcal
    Author: The Cookin' Chicks

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls
    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups cornmeal
    • 3 eggs
    • 2 1/2 cups milk
    • 1/2 cup oil
    • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese *shredded
    • 2 tablespoon sugar
    • 6 slices bacon *cooked/crumbled
    • 1 can creamed corn
    • 1 can diced jalapenos

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 and place a few pads of butter around inside of cast iron skillet (If using a baking pan, simply grease pan).
    • Place cast iron skillet into oven (if using), to melt the butter.
    • Meanwhile, combine the cornmeal, eggs, milk, oil, cheese, sugar, bacon, corn, and jalapenos in medium bowl. Mix until combined.
    • Once butter is melted in skillet and sizzling, remove from oven and pour batter evenly inside. If using baking pan, pour batter into pan.
    • Place in oven and allow to cook for about 25-30 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 496kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 942mg | Potassium: 478mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 980IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Recipe updated 10/25/21

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