Cornbread with its crumbly, buttery texture makes a delicious side dish to serve with soup, chilly, or even as a snack on its own. But there are also a lot of ways to experiment with this classic recipe, adding new flavors to compliment your favorite meals. Let’s take a look.
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread
Give your cornbread a spicy kick by adding diced jalapeños and sharp cheddar cheese. Mix these ingredients into the batter before baking for a zesty and savory variation. The heat from the jalapeños complements the richness of the cheese. The result? Irresistibly good.
Bacon and Maple Cornbread
Combine the smoky goodness of bacon with the sweetness of maple syrup for a Southern twist. Crisp up some bacon, crumble it into the batter, and add a generous drizzle of maple syrup. It will go perfectly as a breakfast side along with your favorite scrambled eggs.
Cornbread Stuffing with Dried Fruits and Nuts
Transform your cornbread into stuffing by adding dried fruits like cranberries or apricots and toasted nuts. Bake the cornbread in a shallow pan, cut it into cubes, and use it as the base for flavorful stuffing that’s perfect for the holidays.
