Description
Experience the comfort of homemade Southern cornbread, perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. Ideal for any meal or occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- For a crisper crust, preheat the baking pan with oil before adding the batter.
- Optional add-ins: jalapeños, corn kernels, or cheese for a flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg