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Homemade Cornbread

A delightful and comforting cornbread that brings southern tradition to your table, perfect as a side for chili or barbecue.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Baking, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk For best flavor, use fresh buttermilk.

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch pan and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar.
  • Add in the eggs and buttermilk, then stir until combined.
  • In another large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; the batter will be lumpy.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.

Baking

  • Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Insert a toothpick into the center; it is ready if it comes out clean.

Notes

Serve warm with butter and honey on top. Can be enjoyed with soups or barbecued meals. Store leftover cornbread in an airtight container.
Keyword Baking Recipe, Comfort Food, Cornbread, homemade cornbread, southern recipe