Granny's Cracklin Bread

Experience the ultimate comfort food with Granny’s Cracklin Bread, a rustic Southern classic that’s as flavorful as it is nostalgic. This hearty cornbread recipe combines the rich taste of golden cornmeal with crisp, savory cracklins—crumbled pork skin that adds an irresistible crunch to every bite. Baked to perfection in a preheated cast-iron skillet, this bread boasts a crispy, golden crust that gives way to a tender and moist interior, thanks to the buttermilk and melted butter in the batter. Perfectly seasoned and beautifully rustic, Granny’s Cracklin Bread is ideal as a side for hearty stews, fried chicken, or even a holiday spread. Quick and easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this timeless dish is sure to bring warmth and tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups cornmeal
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup cracklins (pork pellets or crisp fried pork skin, crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or bacon grease (for greasing skillet)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Fold the cracklins into the batter, ensuring they're evenly distributed.

Step 6

Carefully remove the hot cast-iron skillet from the oven and add the vegetable oil or bacon grease, swirling it around to coat the bottom and sides of the pan evenly.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula. The batter will sizzle around the edges—this helps create a crispy crust.

Step 8

Place the skillet back into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the bread cool for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve warm for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1363.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3952.4

Total Fat 177.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 742.8mg	0%
Sodium 9951.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 181.5g	0%

Vitamin D 333.8IU	0%
Calcium 639.4mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 1435.1mg	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: 40.9%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 40.5%