Libbies Skillet Corn Bread
Golden, tender, and irresistibly buttery, Libbies Skillet Corn Bread is the ultimate comfort food that brings Southern charm straight to your kitchen. Made with a perfect balance of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this cornbread delivers just the right amount of sweetness, thanks to a touch of granulated sugar, and a mouthwatering crispy crust created by baking in a hot cast-iron skillet. Buttermilk and melted butter ensure each bite stays moist, while a preheated skillet guarantees the signature sizzle and crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal as a side for hearty soups, smoky barbecue, or chili nights. Perfectly golden on top and perfectly nostalgic in flavor, this easy cornbread recipe is a must-have for any home cook!
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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
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 large Eggs
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat up while you prepare the batter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix to avoid a dense bread.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven (use oven mitts!). Add the vegetable oil to the skillet and swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides evenly.
Pour the batter directly into the hot skillet. You should hear a satisfying sizzle—this helps create the crispy crust.
Place the skillet back in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm as a side to soups, stews, or barbecue!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.7 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 2942 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.7 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 821 mg | 17% | |
*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.
