Real Southern Cornbread
Experience the authentic taste of the South with this Real Southern Cornbread recipe, a true homage to classic comfort food. Made with yellow cornmeal, tangy buttermilk, and a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, this cornbread is baked to golden perfection in a piping-hot cast-iron skillet for a crispy, flavorful crust. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe delivers warm, tender slices that complement any meal, from hearty chili to soul-soothing collard greens. The magic lies in the combination of simple pantry staples and a time-tested technique, resulting in a rustic, homey delight that’s irresistibly moist on the inside with a beautifully caramelized edge. Serve it fresh from the skillet and watch it disappear—it’s the perfect side dish for every Southern-inspired gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Buttermilk
- 1 large Egg
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven, then add the vegetable oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom and sides.
Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.3 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.1 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 4225 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.2 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 471 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 960 mg | 20% | |
*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.
