Sweet Cornbread
Soft, moist, and delightfully sweet, this Sweet Cornbread recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal. Made with a harmonious blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this cornbread features a light, cake-like texture and a touch of honey for an irresistible sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. The golden brown crust and fluffy interior make it a crowd-pleaser, whether paired with chili, barbecue, or simply enjoyed on its own with a pat of butter. Customize the sweetness to your liking and serve it warm for the ultimate comfort food experience. Your search for the best homemade sweet cornbread ends here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 0.6667 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.3333 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for additional sweetness)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and honey (if using).
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
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.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5 minutes in the pan. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, honey, or your favorite topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.7 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 2784 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.5 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 899 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.
