Mary's Skillet Cornbread

Golden, moist, and slightly crisp on the edges, Mary’s Skillet Cornbread is the ultimate comfort food with a rustic flair. This recipe combines the rich flavor of buttermilk with the perfect balance of sweetness from a touch of sugar, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Baked to perfection in a preheated cast-iron skillet, the sizzling butter creates a beautifully caramelized crust while keeping the inside irresistibly soft. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, one-bowl recipe delivers classic Southern goodness that pairs perfectly with a bowl of chili, barbecue, or simply a drizzle of honey. Serve it warm straight from the skillet for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven as it heats.

Step 2

In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter. Set aside the remaining 2 tablespoons for later use.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Slowly pour the melted butter into the buttermilk mixture while whisking to combine.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom and sides.

Step 7

Pour the cornbread batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly. The batter will sizzle and begin to set along the edges.

Step 8

Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cornbread to cool in the skillet for 5-10 minutes. Slice into wedges and serve warm, ideally with honey or a pat of butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(695.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1936.1

Total Fat 91.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 398.8mg	0%
Sodium 4688.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 37.9g	0%

Vitamin D 167.9IU	0%
Calcium 345.9mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 758.0mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 51.0%