Cathy Gary's Cornbread

Warm, golden, and irresistibly moist, Cathy Gary’s Cornbread is a timeless Southern classic that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Crafted with pantry staples like yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a touch of sugar for balance, this crowd-pleasing recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. The secret to its tender crumb lies in the use of tangy buttermilk and melted butter, which create the perfect harmony of flavors. Baked to perfection in a cast-iron skillet for that crisp, golden crust, this cornbread is ideal for pairing with hearty stews, barbecues, or simply enjoying on its own with a drizzle of honey. With its quick bake time and comforting flavor, this homemade cornbread is sure to become your go-to recipe for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.25 cups buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or cast-iron skillet with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate smaller mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan or skillet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool slightly for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(669.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1486.7

Total Fat 48.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 291.6mg	0%
Sodium 2961.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 206.6IU	0%
Calcium 399.1mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 822.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 61.2%