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Easy cornbread recipe

Easy homemade cornbread baked in a cast-iron skillet.
Prep Time 9 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • ¾ cup yellow cornmeal medium grind
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned creamed corn
  • ½ cup 125g unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs lightly whisked
  • ¾ cup milk

For Baking

  • 1 –2 tablespoons melted butter for greasing and brushing the skillet

Instructions
 

  • Place a 10-inch (26 cm) cast-iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  • In another bowl, combine the creamed corn, melted butter, eggs, and milk until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and brush the bottom and sides with melted butter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and smooth the top evenly.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake the Cornbread Recipe for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 15 minutes before slicing or carefully turning it onto a serving platter.
  • Serve warm with butter and honey for the best flavor.

Notes

  • This recipe is slightly sweet, making it perfect with savory meals or as a breakfast treat.
  • Serve with chili, soups, stews, barbecue, or fried chicken.
  • Honey butter makes an excellent topping.
  • Leftover cornbread is great for stuffing or cornbread croutons.