Cheddar Jalapeño Corn Sticks

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Cheddar Jalapeño Corn Sticks
45 min.
14
123kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful side dish that packs a punch, look no further than Cheddar Jalapeño Corn Sticks! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for gatherings and can easily serve up to 14 people. Imagine the irresistible aroma of cheesy goodness combined with a hint of spice wafting through your kitchen, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up these golden, crispy treats that are bursting with flavor. The sharpness of extra-sharp Cheddar cheese melds beautifully with the zesty notes of drained pickled jalapeños, while the yellow cornmeal base provides a wonderfully textured bite. Pair them with a tangy dip or enjoy them straight from the oven for a warm snack that everyone will love.

Whether you're hosting a party, grilling outdoors, or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, these corn sticks are sure to be the star of the show. Not only do they cater to various dietary needs, but their delightful crunch and savory flavor will leave your guests clambering for more. So grab your bowl, frying pan, and some skewers, and get ready to impress with these Cheddar Jalapeño Corn Sticks that celebrate the best of comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup buttermilk well-shaken
  • cup sharp cheddar cheese extra-sharp grated
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons jalapeño peppers drained finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion white green finely chopped ( and pale parts only)
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted
  • cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Heat corn-stick pans in oven 10 minutes.
  3. Whisk together cornmeal, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  4. Whisk together buttermilk and egg in another bowl, then add to cornmeal mixture along with Cheddar, scallion, jalapeños (to taste), and 2 tablespoons butter, stirring until just combined.
  5. Remove pans from oven and divide remaining 2 tablespoons butter among molds. Quickly divide batter among molds (about 3 tablespoons each)and bake until tops are golden and a wooden pick or skewer comes out clean, 12 to 15 minutes (15 to 20 minutes if using skillet).
  6. Cool corn sticks in pans on a rack 3 to 5 minutes before removing from molds.
  7. Serve warm.
  8. *Available at Bridge Kitchenware (800-274-3435 or 212-838-1901).

Nutrition Facts

Calories123kcal
Protein13.14%
Fat55.28%
Carbs31.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.33
Glycemic Load
5.48
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7073913190676%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.21kcal
6.16%
Fat:7.62g
11.72%
Saturated Fat:4.19g
26.18%
Carbohydrates:9.79g
3.26%
Net Carbohydrates:8.66g
3.15%
Sugar:1.4g
1.55%
Cholesterol:31.96mg
10.65%
Sodium:211.12mg
9.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.07g
8.15%
Phosphorus:85.93mg
8.59%
Calcium:81.94mg
8.19%
Selenium:4.75µg
6.79%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.59%
Vitamin A:259.69IU
5.19%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.15%
Fiber:1.13g
4.53%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.37%
Magnesium:17.02mg
4.26%
Vitamin K:4.35µg
4.14%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.97%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.38%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.16%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.69%
Iron:0.46mg
2.56%
Folate:9.46µg
2.36%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.3%
Potassium:78.16mg
2.23%
Copper:0.04mg
2.01%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.58%
Source:Epicurious