Traditional Cornbread Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cflour
- 2 ½ ccornmeal
- ½ csugar
- 2 tbspbaking powder
- 1 tspsalt
- 2 cbuttermilk or milk
- 2 largeeggs
- ½ cbutter
melted
Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan generously with butter or nonstick cooking spray (or try the hot-pan trick from the tips for extra-crispy edges!)
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal and flour.
- 3
Add the sugar, baking powder, and salt to the cornmeal-flour mixture. Whisk the dry ingredients together until evenly combined.
- 4
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the melted butter, buttermilk (or milk), and eggs.
- 5
Gently stir the mixture, starting from the center and working outward, just until everything is combined and no streaks of dry flour remain (a few small lumps are perfectly fine—don’t overmix!).
- 6
Pour the batter into your prepared 9×13-inch pan (if you preheated the empty pan for extra-crispy edges, be careful—it’ll sizzle!).
- 7
Bake in the preheated 400°F oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden brown, the edges have pulled slightly away from the sides of the pan, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (or with just a few moist crumbs).
- 9
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then cut into 15 squares. Serve warm with plenty of butter, honey, or alongside your favorite soup, chili, or beans!
Traditional Cornbread Recipe
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About this Recipe
Indulge in Our Old Fashioned Cornbread Recipe
There's nothing quite like the warmth and comfort of a perfectly baked square of Traditional Cornbread. This isn't just any recipe; it's an Old fashioned cornbread recipe designed to bring back cherished kitchen memories, delivering that authentic taste and texture you remember from childhood. Imagine golden edges, a tender, crumbly interior, and that unmistakable aroma filling your home – pure comfort food at its finest.
Our Traditional Cornbread recipe truly shines by embracing simplicity and quality ingredients. We use wholesome yellow cornmeal, which is key to that classic texture and flavor, complemented by real butter that melts into every bite, ensuring a truly moist cornbread. It bakes up beautifully in a big pan, just like grandma used to make, yielding generous slices perfect for any meal.
What makes this moist cornbread truly special is its versatility. While incredible on its own, especially warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey, it’s also the ultimate companion to so many dishes. Think hearty chili, slow-cooked greens, or a robust pot roast. The subtle sweetness balances savory flavors perfectly, making it a staple for family dinners and gatherings.
Tips for the Perfect Cornbread:
- Don't Overmix: A few lumps in the batter are perfectly fine and will help keep your cornbread tender.
- Preheat Your Pan: For those coveted crisp edges, preheat your baking pan (especially if cast iron) with a little melted butter before pouring in the batter.
- Add-ins Welcome: Feel free to stir in some shredded cheddar cheese, a handful of fresh corn kernels, or even a diced jalapeño for a delightful kick!