CORNBREAD RECIPE

Discover the ultimate cornbread recipe featuring a delectably moist, buttery
texture with a fluffy center, crisp edges, and an impeccable crumb. This is the
cornbread you’ve been dreaming of!

Servings: 12 servings

Author:

Prep Time:
10 minutes

Cook Time:
20 minutes

Total Time:
30 minutes

Course:

Side Dish

Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

cornbread recipe

🧂 Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter

melted, or bacon drippings
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal or polenta
1 tablespoon sugar

optional
2 teaspoons baking powder

optional: yields a fluffier cornbread
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups buttermilk

shake before measuring
2 large eggs

Instructions

1 Begin by preheating your oven to 200°C (400°F) and place a rack in the center.
Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or a 9-inch square baking dish lightly with
butter, then place it in the oven to warm up.
2 (If using a cast iron skillet: melt the ½ cup of butter directly in the skillet
over medium heat on the stovetop. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool
slightly before incorporating into the batter.)
3 In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder (if
using), baking soda, and salt by whisking them together thoroughly. Create a
well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and eggs.
Stir until well mixed, then fold in the slightly cooled melted butter, ensuring
not to overmix the batter.
4 Using oven mitts, carefully remove the preheated skillet or baking dish from the
oven. Pour the batter into the hot skillet or dish, allowing the mixture to
spread evenly. The sizzle you hear is a good sign that the skillet is properly
heated.
5 Bake for about 20-23 minutes, or until the cornbread begins to turn golden on
top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let the
cornbread cool for approximately 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy
the warm, buttery goodness of your homemade cornbread!