Description
This easy, buttery cornbread recipe delivers a moist, fluffy center with crisp edges and rich cornmeal flavor. Perfect for chili nights, family dinners, or anytime comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal: provides authentic corn flavor and texture
- 1 cup all-purpose flour: adds structure and softness
- 1 tablespoon baking powder: helps the cornbread rise
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda: boosts tenderness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt: enhances flavor
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted: adds richness and moisture
- 1/3 cup brown sugar: adds sweetness and depth
- 1/4 cup honey: adds subtle sweetness and aroma
- 1 large egg: binds the ingredients together
- 1 cup buttermilk: keeps the cornbread moist and tender
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan or skillet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and honey until smooth. Add the egg and whisk well, then stir in the buttermilk.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not over-mix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm with butter or honey if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispy edges, bake in a preheated cast-iron skillet.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute buttermilk with almond milk and vinegar, and butter with coconut oil.
- Add shredded cheddar, jalapeños, or corn kernels for flavor variations.
- Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 week or frozen for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cornbread, easy cornbread, homemade cornbread, buttery cornbread, moist cornbread, skillet cornbread