Southern Cornbread
Sink your teeth into the warm, golden perfection of Southern Cornbread—a classic comfort food staple that’s as rich in tradition as it is in flavor. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this easy recipe achieves the perfect balance of crumbly and moist texture, enhanced by the tangy addition of buttermilk. A sizzling hot cast-iron skillet ensures a crispy, golden crust that’s irresistible with every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this cornbread bakes to savory perfection in under 25 minutes, making it the ideal companion to hearty stews, smoky barbecue, or a drizzle of honey for a sweet twist. Whether you’re serving it as a side or enjoying it solo, this Southern Cornbread delivers timeless flavor with a satisfying, homemade touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet into the oven while it preheats.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until combined.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave, and stir it into the wet ingredients.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add the vegetable oil to the skillet, swirling it to coat the bottom and sides evenly.
Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula if necessary. You should hear a sizzle as the batter hits the hot oil.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool for 5 minutes in the skillet before slicing it into wedges and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.7 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 461 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 2775 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.3 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 815 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.
