Jalapeño Honey Cornbread Casserole

This Jalapeño Honey Cornbread Casserole is a delightful twist on a classic favorite. With a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it's the ultimate comfort food to serve at any gathering or family dinner. The creaminess of the corn mixed with the subtle heat of jalapeños creates a dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Finished off with a luscious honey glaze, this casserole is bound to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

🥚 1 egg
🥛 1/3 cup milk
💧 1/3 cup water
🌽 1 (14.75oz) can of cream corn
🌽 1 (15.25oz) can of whole corn (drained)
🌶️ 4 jalapeños, diced small
📦 1 (15oz) pack of Famous Dave's Cornbread Mix
🧴 Cooking spray for the casserole dish
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, sliced for the top

For the Glaze:
🧈 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
🍯 1/3 cup of honey

Instructions

1- Preheat Your Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2- Mix Wet Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and water until well combined.

3- Add Corn and Jalapeños:

Add the cream corn, whole corn, and diced jalapeños to the egg mixture and stir to combine.

4- Incorporate Cornbread Mix:

Gradually add in the Famous Dave’s Cornbread Mix, mixing just until everything is well combined and no dry mix remains.

5- Prepare Casserole Dish:

Lightly spray a casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

6- Pour Mixture:

Pour the cornbread mixture into the prepared dish, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

7- Arrange Jalapeño Slices:

Arrange the jalapeño slices on top of the mixture for added flavor and presentation.

8- Bake Casserole:

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9- Prepare Honey Glaze:

While the casserole is baking, prepare the honey glaze by mixing together the melted butter and honey in a small bowl. Set aside.

10- Drizzle Glaze:

Once the casserole is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately drizzle the honey glaze over the top.

11- Serve:

Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the delicious blend of flavors!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per serving: Approximately 250
Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates per serving: 5g protein, 10g fat, 35g carbohydrates
Equipment: Large mixing bowl, casserole dish, whisk, small bowl for glazing