Meemaw's Sweet Cornbread

Bring a touch of Southern comfort to your table with Meemaw's Sweet Cornbread, the perfect balance of fluffy, tender texture and irresistible sweetness. Made with a harmonious blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, this easy recipe is sweetened with granulated sugar and a touch of optional honey for a hint of golden richness. Baked to perfection in a classic cast iron skillet for that timeless rustic finish, this cornbread is ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Whether served warm with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or as the ideal companion to hearty chilis and savory barbecue, Meemaw’s Sweet Cornbread will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 units large eggs
• 2 tablespoons honey (optional for added sweetness)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, vegetable oil, eggs, and honey (if using) until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing to ensure a tender cornbread.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared skillet or baking dish, spreading evenly.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool in the skillet for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 8

Serve warm with butter, honey, or alongside your favorite dishes. Enjoy Meemaw's special touch of sweetness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2637.4

Total Fat 100.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 530.4mg	0%
Sodium 2781.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 147.6g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 390.9mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 951.1mg	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: 33.4%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 59.6%