Mom's Best Skillet Cornbread

Experience the rustic charm of southern cooking with Mom's Best Skillet Cornbread, a fail-proof recipe that delivers a golden, crispy crust and a tender, fluffy interior every time. Prepared in a preheated cast-iron skillet, this classic recipe combines the rich, nutty flavor of yellow cornmeal with the tangy goodness of buttermilk, a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, and a whisper of savory salt. The sizzling batter creates an irresistible crust while baking to perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether served warm with a pat of butter, alongside a hearty chili, or as the star of a holiday feast, this cornbread is comfort food at its finest. Plus, with a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, it’s a fuss-free way to bring homemade goodness to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 9-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted unsalted butter until fully combined.

Step 4

Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, swirling it around to coat the bottom and sides of the pan.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the hot skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula if needed. The batter will sizzle slightly as it hits the heated pan, helping to create a crispy crust.

Step 7

Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the cornbread cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm with butter or your favorite topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(729.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1806.5

Total Fat 72.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.0g
Cholesterol 346.1mg	0%
Sodium 2971.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 41.2g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 212.4IU	0%
Calcium 404.8mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 833.0mg	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: 35.4%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 55.9%