Description
Cornbread is a cherished comfort food that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite. This easy cornbread recipe combines sweet and savory flavors to create a moist, tender loaf that complements a variety of dishes, from chili to barbecued meats. With just 30 minutes from prep to oven, you can whip up this delicious treat for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Customize your cornbread with optional mix-ins like jalapeños or cheese for an extra flavor boost. Serve it warm with butter or honey, and watch as it becomes the star of your meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan or cast-iron skillet.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth; combine with dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined; pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern Cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 265mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 47mg