How to Make the Perfect Cornbread
American · Easy · 25 min · 9 servings
This golden and slightly sweet cornbread is a simple kid friendly recipe that pairs perfectly with chili soup or barbecue dinners. Kids love stirring together the batter and watching the edges turn crispy and golden in the pan.
Why this recipe works
This Cornbread recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 25 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 212 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.33 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan or cast iron skillet. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and half a teaspoon of salt until evenly combined.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth. Let kids pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
Step 3: Combine and Pour
Stir the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined and no large streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer.
Step 4: Bake Until Golden
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into squares and serving warm with butter.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- buttermilk → regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice left to sit for 5 minutes
- butter → neutral vegetable oil or coconut oil for an equally moist result
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overmixing the batter which makes the cornbread dense and tough instead of light and tender
- Baking in a pan that is too large which spreads the batter too thin and produces flat dry cornbread
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 212 calories, 4g protein, 30g carbs, 8g fat, 1g fiber.
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