Cornbread Country Style
Bring the taste of rustic comfort to your table with this Cornbread Country Style recipe, a true Southern classic with a golden crust and tender, moist crumb. Made with hearty yellow cornmeal, creamy buttermilk, and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, this cornbread strikes the perfect balance of flavor and texture. The batter comes together quickly, while a hot cast-iron skillet ensures a crisp, buttery edge that's absolutely irresistible. Whether prepared with vegetable oil or traditional bacon grease for added depth, this rich and satisfying side dish pairs beautifully with chili, barbecue, or a simple pat of honey butter. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make cornbread is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or bacon grease (for greasing the skillet)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat while preparing the batter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, and egg until fully blended.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the cornbread dense.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven, and add the vegetable oil or bacon grease, swirling to coat the bottom and sides of the skillet.
Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.9 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 2871 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.3 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 752 mg | 16% | |
*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.
