Hillybilly Cornbread
Rustic, hearty, and irresistibly golden, Hillbilly Cornbread is the ultimate comfort food that brings Southern charm straight to your table. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich, nutty flavor of yellow cornmeal with a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar and the fluffiness of all-purpose flour. With the added option of baking in a preheated cast-iron skillet greased with smoky bacon grease, you'll enjoy an extra layer of down-home flavor and crisp edges that can't be beat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile cornbread is perfect paired with a warm bowl of chili, a hearty stew, or a simple drizzle of honey. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or as a side to your favorite meal, Hillbilly Cornbread promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 units large eggs
- 2 tablespoons bacon grease (optional, for greasing skillet)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
If using, add bacon grease to a cast-iron skillet and place it in the oven to preheat. Alternatively, grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Carefully remove the preheated skillet or greased baking dish from the oven. If using the skillet with bacon grease, swirl it around the pan to coat evenly.
Pour the batter into the prepared skillet or baking dish, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool in the skillet or baking dish for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy warm or cooled with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or alongside your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 550 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 2327 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.2 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.7 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 858 mg | 18% | |
*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.
