Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread
Golden, fluffy, and irresistibly moist, Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread is the ultimate comfort food side dish. Prepared in a preheated cast iron skillet for that perfect crispy edge, this classic recipe combines the richness of buttermilk with simple pantry staples like cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a touch of sugar for balanced sweetness. The secret to its perfectly tender crumb? A quick-mix batter bolstered by baking powder and soda, baked to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey to elevate any meal, from hearty chili to savory barbecue. Whether you're craving Southern tradition or a homestyle treat, this cornbread delivers in both flavor and ease.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 pieces large eggs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until combined. Slowly stir the cooled melted butter into the wet ingredients.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven (use oven mitts!). Add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the entire surface.
Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the cornbread in the oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool in the skillet for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.0 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 2903 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.5 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 369 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
