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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, and melted butter until homogenous.
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Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Batter should remain slightly lumpy.
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Gently fold in shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, and corn kernels until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Transfer batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.