Wonderful Cornbread
Experience the warm, comforting flavors of homemade "Wonderful Cornbread," a delightfully soft and fluffy classic that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Made with a blend of yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this easy cornbread recipe is elevated by the subtle sweetness of sugar and optional honey, while melted butter ensures a moist, tender crumb. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a side for hearty chili, barbecue, or holiday meals. Baked to golden perfection in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish, this versatile cornbread is best served warm with a generous slather of butter or drizzle of honey. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe is a must-try for fans of classic Southern comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or a similarly sized cast-iron skillet and set aside.
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 melted butter, milk, and eggs. If using honey, stir it into the wet mixture.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet and smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
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 from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool slightly in the pan for about 5 minutes before serving.
Slice and serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2783 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 364.1 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 895 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.
