Skillet Cornbread with Prunes
Elevate your cornbread game with this irresistible Skillet Cornbread with Prunes—a sweet and savory twist on a classic Southern favorite. This recipe pairs the rustic charm of golden cornmeal with the natural sweetness of tender, chopped prunes for a delightful balance of flavors. Baked to perfection in a preheated cast-iron skillet, it boasts a crispy, buttery crust and a tender, moist interior that's bursting with texture and flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect as a comforting side for soups, stews, or chili, or as a standalone snack with a drizzle of honey. With its harmonious blend of wholesome ingredients like whole milk, vanilla, and a hint of sugar, this crowd-pleaser is a unique take on cornbread that your family and friends will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing)
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Prunes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the chopped prunes, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Lightly grease it with a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.
Pour the batter into the skillet and use a spatula to spread it evenly to the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool slightly in the skillet for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 3892 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 374.4 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.4 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1637 mg | 35% | |
*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.
