Cornbread
Cornbread is a warm and inviting comfort food that transforms any meal into a celebration. With its golden crust and fluffy interior, this delightful dish pairs perfectly with chili, barbecue, or simply a pat of butter. Whether for a family gathering or an everyday snack, this cornbread recipe is both easy to make and deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup medium-ground cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or cast iron skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth. Optionally add jalapeños or cheese for flavor.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed (lumps are okay).
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm with butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute buttermilk for regular milk or fold in chopped herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for up to a week.