Kansas City Cornbread
Kansas City Cornbread is the perfect harmony of sweet and savory, bringing a touch of Midwestern charm to your table. This classic recipe combines the rich flavor of yellow cornmeal with the delicate sweetness of honey and sugar, creating a moist, tender crumb that melts in your mouth. A blend of whole milk, melted butter, and vegetable oil ensures a luxuriously soft texture, while a hint of salt balances the sweetness for an irresistible bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a golden finish after 25 minutes in the oven, this easy cornbread is ideal for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or holiday feasts. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of extra honey for a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish that's as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for SEO-friendly keywords like "classic cornbread recipe," "sweet cornbread," and "easy Midwestern cornbread," this dish is a must-try for any home chef!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, vegetable oil, eggs, and honey.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cornbread dense.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Remove the cornbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely, or serve warm.
Slice into squares and enjoy your Kansas City Cornbread as is, or with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.3 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 2778 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.0 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 880 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.
