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Classic Southern Cornbread Recipe

Ultimate Classic Southern Cornbread Recipe for Perfect Flavors

This Classic Southern Cornbread Recipe delivers perfect flavors and textures, making it a must-try for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.25 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons bacon drippings or vegetable oil

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and place a cast-iron skillet inside to heat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
  4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined.
  5. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add the bacon drippings or oil, swirling to coat.
  6. Pour the batter into the skillet and return it to the oven.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize with add-ins like jalapeños or cheese for extra flavor.

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