Description
Cornbread is a beloved comfort food that brings warmth and delight to any meal. This easy recipe yields a moist, fluffy loaf with a golden crust that crackles with each slice. Perfect for pairing with chili, barbecued meats, or simply slathered with butter and honey, this versatile dish offers something for everyone. In about 30 minutes, you can create homemade cornbread that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served at a casual gathering or as part of a festive celebration, this cornbread will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or cast iron skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with milk and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm with butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg